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“North Korea aside, most authoritarian governments have already accepted the growth of the Internet culture as inevitable; they have little choice but to find ways to shape it in accord with their own narratives - or risk having their narratives shaped by others.” quote by Evgeny Morozov
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“North Korea aside, most authoritarian governments have already accepted the growth of the Internet culture as inevitable; they have little choice but to find ways to shape it in accord with their own narratives - or risk having their narratives shaped by others.”

Evgeny Morozov

About This Quote

Authoritarian regimes accept Internet growth but must shape it to fit their narratives, or risk losing narrative control.

In simple terms: Governments must control internet narratives.

Key Takeaway

Shape online narratives proactively.

Themes

politics media technology

Mood

analytical critical

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • media regulation
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

information control digital sovereignty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies protect narrative autonomy?
  • What are the limits of state control online?
A Different Perspective

Control attempts may stifle innovation and free expression.

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