What counted was not the facts but the fears.

Max Lerner
What counted was not the facts but the fears.
What counted was not the facts but the fears.
What counted was not the facts but the fears.
What counted was not the facts but the fears.
About This Quote

This is a common phrase used in the workplace by employees who feel that they are being bullied by their superiors. The phrase means that the real issue is not the facts but the fear of the person responsible for mistreating them. This fear can be based on a variety of reasons, such as racism, sexism, classism, etc.

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