Dilbert cartoon first published on Monday 15th February 2016

Dilbert//9802, first published ten years ago on Monday 15th February 2016

Trust Yet Verify

Tags

philosophy, philosopher, oxymoron, micromanaging

Official transcript

Boss: I believe in the old Ronald Reagan saying that you should "trust, but verify."

That's why I empower you, yet I micromanage. Alice: What the...? Boss: Don't hate me for being philosophical.

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

I BELIEVE IN THE OLD RONALD REAGAN SAYING THAT YOU SHOULD "TRUST, BUT VERIFY." THAT'S WHY I EMPOWER YOU, YET I MICROMANAGE.

WHAT THE....

DON'T HATE ME FOR BEING A PHILOSOPHER.

collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive

AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "Philosophical Differences"

Summary:

The comic strip features a group of coworkers gathered at a table, engaged in a discussion about trust and verification. The conversation begins with one employee expressing their belief in the importance of trust, but also emphasizing the need for verification. This sparks a debate among the group, with some members questioning the value of trust in the absence of verification.

As the discussion unfolds, one employee reveals their disdain for being perceived as a philosopher, while another employee humorously responds by asking what the difference is between a philosopher and a philos-opher. The comic strip pokes fun at the idea that some individuals may be overly critical or pedantic, while others may be more laid-back and accepting.

Overall, the comic strip explores the complexities of human relationships and communication, highlighting the importance of finding common ground and respecting differing opinions.

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