Computers Quote by Adam Curtis
“I have a suspicion that the politicians' revival of the old behaviourist ideas and techniques will be helped and reinforced by a powerful ally - the machines we have built. The computers.”
About This Quote
Source Documentary series: HyperNormalisation, 2016
Political rhetoric revives outdated behaviorist tactics, reinforced by technology that amplifies manipulation.
In simple terms: Old tactics return with tech help.
Key Takeaway
Beware tech‑enabled political manipulation.
Themes
politics
technology
manipulation
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
analysis
warning
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- policy making
- public discourse
Key Concepts
behaviorism
surveillance
algorithmic bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can limit tech‑driven manipulation?
- How do we recognize behaviorist tactics today?
A Different Perspective
Technology can also empower resistance.
