In science we kill our hypothesis instead of each other.

- Jonathan Rauch

A liberal society stands on the proposition that we should all take seriously the idea that we might be wrong. This means we must place no one, inclu…

- Jonathan Rauch

What we have done over the last 40 or 50 years is systematically attacked and weakened the parties, the political machines, the professionals, and in…

- Jonathan Rauch

I'm okay, you're okay - in small doses.

- Jonathan Rauch

Are introverts arrogant? Hardly. I suppose this common misconception has to do with our being more intelligent, more reflective, more independent, mo…

- Jonathan Rauch

It is no solution to define words as violence or prejudice as oppression, and then by cracking down on words or thoughts pretend that we are doing so…

- Jonathan Rauch

For introverts, to be alone with our thoughts is as restorative as sleeping, as nourishing as eating.

- Jonathan Rauch

Donald Trump didn't cause chaos. Chaos caused Trump.

- Jonathan Rauch

In a liberal scientific society, to claim that you are above error is the height of irresponsibility.

- Jonathan Rauch