American Quote by Evgeny Morozov
“The global triumph of American technology has been predicated on the implicit separation between the business interests of Silicon Valley and the political interests of Washington.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Net Delusion, 2011
American tech success relies on a hidden split between Silicon Valley’s profit motives and Washington’s political agenda.
In simple terms: US tech thrives on a secret divide between business and politics.
Question the hidden alliances shaping tech.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- tech investment
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the consequences of this separation?
- How can transparency be increased?
The split may be overstated in some contexts.