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What does it mean?
Overzealous defenders can harm truth more than those who argue against it.
In plain terms
Truth gets hurt more by its aggressive supporters than its critics.
What can you take from it?
Defend truth calmly to avoid harming it.

Where it applies

  • debate
  • public argument
  • activism

Putting it to work

  • practicing moderation
  • listening more
  • calm explanation

Questions to consider

  • When does defending a cause backfire?
  • How do you argue without being aggressive?

Another view

Sometimes strong advocacy is necessary to protect truth.

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