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“I'm worried that our technology is helping to bring the long, postwar consensus against fascism to an end.” quote by David Bodanis
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“I'm worried that our technology is helping to bring the long, postwar consensus against fascism to an end.”

David Bodanis

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Source Interview: Technology and politics, 2018

Modern tech may erode post‑war democratic consensus, risking rise of authoritarianism.

In simple terms: Tech can weaken democratic unity.

Key Takeaway

Guard democratic values against tech misuse.

Themes

politics technology democracy

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

critical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • media literacy
  • civil activism
  • tech regulation

Key Concepts

post‑war consensus authoritarian risk information flow

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies preserve consensus?
  • What safeguards protect democracy?
A Different Perspective

Complex causes beyond tech also matter.

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