Control Quote by Dave Eggers
““Now, you and I both know that if you can control the flow of information, you can control everything. You can control most of what anyone sees and knows. If you want to bury some piece of information, permanently, that's two seconds' work. If you want to ruin anyone, that's five minutes' work.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, “The Power of Information”, 2018
Control over information flow grants power over perception, influence, and outcomes; manipulating visibility can shape reality.
In simple terms: Controlling information lets you shape what people know and act on.
Key Takeaway
Use information wisely; beware of its power.
Themes
power
information
influence
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- corporate PR
- personal reputation management
- whistleblowing
Key Concepts
media control
propaganda
digital surveillance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide what information to reveal or hide?
- What safeguards can prevent abuse of information control?
A Different Perspective
It assumes technical ability equals ethical control, ignoring moral responsibility.
