Class Quote by Erich Fromm
“Technical Utopias-flying, for example-have been achieved by the new science of nature.The human utopia...a united new humankind living in solidarity and peace, free from economic determination and from war and class struggle-can be achieved, provided we spend the same energy, intelligence, and enthusiasm on the realization of the human Utopia as we have spent on the realization of our technical Utopias.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sane Society by Erich Fromm, 1955
A vision of a peaceful, unified humanity requires the same dedication we give to technological progress.
In simple terms: Human solidarity needs as much effort as tech advancement.
Invest equal energy in social and technical goals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- education reform
- peace activism
- economic restructuring
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance technical innovation with social equity?
- What concrete steps can redirect resources toward human solidarity?
Technological optimism may overlook deep-rooted social conflicts.