Fletcher Knebel Quotes
Born: October 1, 1911
Fletcher Knebel, a keen observer of political and technological upheaval, crafted words that cut through complexity with startling clarity. Best known for co-authoring the chilling political thriller *Seven Days in May*, his true legacy lies in his prescient warnings about the human cost of unchecked power and rapid innovation. Knebel’s philosophy was simple: technology amplifies human nature, for good or ill. His quotes resonate because they strip away jargon, revealing the timeless anxieties and hopes behind every new gadget or policy. For those navigating the digital age, his voice remains a steady, sobering compass.
Fletcher Knebel Quotes (5)
"Smoking is one of the leading causes of statistics."
— Fletcher Knebel"Statesmanship is harder than politics. Politics is the art of getting along with people, whereas statesmanship is the art of getting along with politicians."
— Fletcher Knebel"Our forefathers made one mistake. What they should have fought for was representation without taxation."
— Fletcher Knebel"It is now proved beyond doubt that smoking is one of the leading causes of statistics."
— Fletcher Knebel"A decision is what a man makes when he can't find anybody to serve on a committee."
— Fletcher Knebel