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I got a feeling about political correctness. I hate it. It causes us to lie silently instead of saying what we think
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"I got a feeling about political correctness. I hate it. It causes us to lie silently instead of saying what we think"

- Hal Holbrook

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Hal Holbrook's quote talks to the suggestion that political accuracy can be an obstacle to sincere interaction. He believes that it can result in individuals not talking their true thoughts as well as sensations, instead opting to remain silent. This can be seen as a type of self-censorship, where individuals hesitate to express their viewpoints for fear of upseting a person or being judged. Holbrook believes that this is a negative point, as it avoids individuals from having truthful discussions as well as recognizing each other's point of views. He thinks that it is much better to speak freely and truthfully, even if it suggests taking the chance of offending someone. This permits a much more open discussion as well as a far better understanding of various viewpoints. Eventually, Holbrook believes that political accuracy can be an obstacle to straightforward interaction as well as must be avoided.
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Hal Holbrook somewhere between February 17, 1925 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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