Smarts

A thought for a New Year:

“True knowledge exists in knowing that you know nothing, and in knowing that you know nothing, that makes you smartest of all.”

—Socrates (470-399 B.C.E.), Greek philosopher.

• Editorial Comment: Can this be real? Socrates sounds like Dr. Seuss.

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In January, Senior News takes A Walk on the Creative Side.

 

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“I don’t think writers are sacred, but words are. They deserve respect. If you get the right ones, in the right order, you can nudge the world a little.”—Tom Stoppard

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Edward C. Pease, Ph.D.
Professor & Department Head Emeritus
Department of Journalism & Communication
Utah State University
Today's WORD on Journalism