It's impolite to share disconfirming evidence in an organization.

2024-07-01 · Bits and Bobs 7/1/24

Absorbing disconfirming evidence is what makes the thing strong.

But sharing disconfirming evidence is impolite.

In an organization, what is polite in that organization will dominate what is right.

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