Expected Quote by David R. Brower
“The risk presented by these lethal wastes is like no other risk, and we should not be expected to accept it or to project it into the future in order for manufacturers and utilities to make a dollar killing now.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental testimony, US Senate, 1970
The quote warns that hazardous waste poses an unprecedented danger that should not be accepted for profit.
In simple terms: Lethal waste is an unacceptable risk for money.
Key Takeaway
Reject profit‑driven waste policies.
Themes
environment
risk
ethics
industry
public health
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
advocacy
warning
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community activism
- corporate compliance
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
externalities
precautionary principle
environmental justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance economic growth with waste safety?
- What alternatives exist to profit‑driven waste disposal?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressure may limit stricter regulation.
