We've been asked a question about our opinion of plagiarism. For myself I have no view. Until I started school, again, I had no contact or use for the study or contact with plagiarism. If someone told a joke or made a statement I went with it not always saying; and so-and-so said.
In a matter of conversation rarely do you come to the front with something someone else may have said and if you do you may repeat what you heard and not be sure where you heard it.
So if my grandson tells me a joke and I repeat it, it's not as if it's mine, it's a point of conversing and maybe bringing a smile to the party I'm speaking to.
If I have to mention who I heard something from each time I speak I would likely shut down and keep my thoughts to myself.
Personally, I'm not famous to the point of worrying if someone is quoting me. Have at it if you think there is something of value in the statements I make.
But if I have to acknowledge someone each time I speak there will be less conversation from my side of the room.
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Ronald,
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