If facts weren't funny, or scary, or couldn't make you rich, the heck with them.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker dismisses facts unless they bring humor, fear, or wealth.
- In plain terms
- Facts only matter if they make you laugh, scare you, or rich.
- What can you take from it?
- Value often depends on impact, not facts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes facts matter?
- Why value facts?
Another view
It ignores facts that don't immediately impact emotions or wealth.
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