Minorities Quote by David Lagercrantz
““One could inflict abuses on ethnic and other minorities in the name of science and for the good of society and get away with it.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on scientific ethics, 2020
Science can be misused to justify oppression, claiming societal benefit while violating rights.
In simple terms: Science can be abused against minorities.
Key Takeaway
Question ethical limits of research.
Themes
ethics
science
human rights
power
societal good
Mood
critical
cautionary
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- Medical trials
- policy making
- technological development
- public health initiatives
Key Concepts
Moral philosophy
bioethics
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards prevent scientific abuse?
- Who decides what benefits society?
A Different Perspective
Balancing progress with rights is complex; not all scientific aims are noble.
