--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I do not agree that NIMBYism is wrong…" description: "\"I do not agree that NIMBYism is wrong morally. I believe that NIMBYism is wrong ethically. It's a personal choice.\" — Chicken John" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d9/chicken-john-51979_agree_i-do-not-agree-that-nimbyism-is-wrong-mo_2340922.jpg" --- # I do not agree that NIMBYism is wrong morally. I believe… ![“I do not agree that NIMBYism is wrong morally. I believe that NIMBYism is wrong ethically. It's a personal choice.” quote by Chicken John](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d9/chicken-john-51979_agree_i-do-not-agree-that-nimbyism-is-wrong-mo_2340922.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d9/chicken-john-51979_agree_i-do-not-agree-that-nimbyism-is-wrong-mo_2340922.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/7d9/chicken-john-51979_agree_i-do-not-agree-that-nimbyism-is-wrong-mo_2340922.jpg) > “I do not agree that NIMBYism is wrong morally. I believe that NIMBYism is wrong ethically. It's a personal choice.” [Chicken John](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/chicken-john/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. He distinguishes moral from ethical views on NIMBYism, calling it a personal ethical choice. **In simple terms:** NIMBY is ethically questionable. Key Takeaway Question personal ethics. Themes ethics urban planning personal choice Mood critical thoughtful Type opinion ethical When to use this quote - city council meetings - neighborhood activism - housing projects Key Concepts community impact policy debate Questions to Reflect On - What responsibilities do residents have? - How to balance personal and communal good? 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