Annihilation Quote by Adolf Hitler
“Our national policies will not be revoked or modified, even for scientists. If the dismissal of Jewish scientists means the annihilation of contemporary German science, then we shall do without science for a few years.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Nazi Germany, 1939
He prioritized ideology over scientific progress, willing to sacrifice knowledge for political goals.
In simple terms: Ideology trumped science.
Key Takeaway
Beware of politics undermining science.
Themes
politics
science
ethics
Mood
cautionary
somber
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- academic freedom
- research funding
- public health
Key Concepts
totalitarianism
knowledge suppression
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies protect science from political interference?
- What are the risks of ignoring scientific expertise?
A Different Perspective
Science cannot thrive without support.
