Copy, art, and typography should be seen as a living entity; each element integrally related, in harmony with the whole, and essential to the execution of an idea.
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There's a certain kind of research you have to listen to - the factual stuff, not opinion. Facts are facts. Sugar is sweet - it's not a matter of opinion. It just is.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Facts are objective truths that stand independent of personal beliefs or opinions.
In this quote, Paul Rand emphasizes the importance of relying on factual information rather than subjective opinions. He argues that certain truths, like the sweetness of sugar, are universally understood and accepted, underscoring the need for critical thinking and discernment when evaluating information in research and daily life.
Themes
FactsTruthResearchOpinionObjectivityKnowledge
In practice
Example use cases
In a debate about health and nutrition, one could use this quote to stress the importance of relying on scientific data rather than anecdotal evidence.
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