Al Franken

Al Franken (born May 21, 1951) is an American comedian, writer, and former U.S. senator from Minnesota. He gained prominence as a writer and performer on Saturday Night Live and later worked as an author and political commentator; the quoted line reflects his wry view on the fleeting usefulness of knowledge.

Quotes by Al Franken

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Knowledge keeps about as well as fish. — Al Franken

The Fleeting Freshness of Knowledge in Modern Life

Ultimately, this perspective compels institutions and individuals alike to rethink the value of static expertise. In schools and workplaces, fostering critical thinking and curiosity has become more important than siloed fact-memorization. By recognizing knowledge’s perishable nature, as Franken quips, we better prepare to meet the continuous challenges of a fast-moving world. [...]

Created on: 7/26/2025