Overheard in a discussion.

The German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) is quoted as saying

"There are no facts, only interpretations."

What are your thoughts on this?

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badminton · 61-69, MVIP

I think that is nonsense. For example, to say "Frankline Roosevelt was president of the United States 1932-1944" is an undeniable fact.

Someone said "Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but not their own facts."

onrealityofdreams · M

@badminton That line -

"Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but not their own facts."

- is itself a fact.