No doubt one may quote history to support any cause, as the devil quotes scripture; but modern history is not a very satisfactory side-arm in political polemics; it grows less and less so.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- History can be used to support any cause, but it becomes less reliable as a tool in modern political arguments.
- In plain terms
- People use history to argue any side, but it's less useful now.
- What can you take from it?
- History is often misused in debates and loses its utility.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you spot misleading historical arguments?
- What makes history reliable?
Another view
History can still provide valuable lessons if used carefully.
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