The evil of technology was not technology itself…
“The evil of technology was not technology itself, Lindbergh came to see after the war, not in airplanes or the myriad contrivances of modern technical igenuity, but in the extent to which they can distance us from our better moral nature, or sense of personal accountability.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Technology itself isn’t immoral, but it can create distance from personal responsibility and ethical behavior.
In simple terms: Tech can distance us from moral duties.
Stay ethically accountable despite tech.
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When to use this quote
- remote work
- social media
- AI decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do we have when using new tech?
- How can we ensure accountability in digital spaces?
Technology also enables positive change and connection.