Seeing this quote on social media recently, attributed to Hannah Arendt. Can’t find a source though. Ironic that it may not be an actual quote. 😂

“This constant lying is not aimed at making the people believe a lie, but at ensuring that no one believes anything anymore.

A people that can no longer distinguish between truth and lies cannot distinguish between right and wrong.

And such a people, deprived of the power to think and judge, is, without knowing and willing it, completely subjected to the rule of lies. With such a people, you can do whatever you want.”

@Denny Here is what ChatGPT told me about this quote:

This quote is often attributed to Hannah Arendt, a political theorist known for her works on the nature of power and totalitarianism. However, it appears to be a paraphrase or an interpretation of her ideas rather than a direct quote from her published works. Arendt discussed themes similar to this in her works, particularly in "The Origins of Totalitarianism" and "The Human Condition," where she explored the relationship between truth and politics, and how lies and propaganda can undermine the public's ability to discern truth from falsehood.

ChatGPT wouldn't lie, would it? ;-)

@patrickrhone ChatGPT lie? Never! @zbarocas Yeah, it seemed a bit simplified, too easy. And yes, agreed on Sarah Kendozior - good stuff!