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3. Truth / H. Deflationary Truth / 1. Redundant Truth

3750	"It is true that x" means no more than x [Ramsey]
	Full Idea: It is evident that "It is true that Caesar was murdered" means no more than that Caesar was murdered.
	From: Frank P. Ramsey (Facts and Propositions [1927])
	A reaction: At the very least, saying it is true adds emphasis. One sentence is about Caesar, the other about a proposal concerning Caesar, so they can't quite be the same. Note Frege's priority in making this suggestion.