The type of measure used placed constraints on which statistics can be used. Votes: 1
Stanley Smith StevensHe uses statistics like a drunk uses lamp-posts, more for support than illumination. Votes: 1
Romano ProdiStatistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamppost: for support, not illumination. Votes: 1
Vin ScullyBe able to analyze statistics, which can be used to support or undercut almost any argument. Votes: 1
Marilyn vos SavantHe uses statistics as a drunken man uses lamp posts - for support rather than for illumination. Votes: 1
Andrew Lang