The community which does not protect its humblest and most hated member in the free utterance of his opinions, no matter how false or hateful, is only a gang of slaves. If there is anything in the universe that can’t stand discussion, let it crack.
Discussion Quotes
It is often asserted that discussion is only possible between people who have a common language and accept common basic assumptions. I think that this is a mistake. All that is needed is a readiness to learn from one’s partner in the discussion, which includes a genuine wish to understand what he intends to say. […]
Discussion is an exchange of knowledge; argument an exchange of ignorance.
If we had had more time for discussion, we probably would have made a great many more mistakes.
“I was saying,” continued the Rocket, “I was saying – What was I saying?” “You were talking about yourself,” replied the Roman Candle. “Of course; I knew I was discussing some interesting subject when I was so rudely interrupted”
Seminars, n.: From “semi” and “arse”, hence, any half-assed discussion.
Today I will gladly share my experience and advice, for there are no sweeter words than “I told you so.”
Having a good discussion is like having riches.
It is better to stir up a question without deciding it than to decide it without stirring it up.
Ideas run wild without discussion.
