Dangerous Quote by Isaac Asimov
““In themselves, harmless. As a group, incredibly dangerous.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: Foundation, 1951
Individually harmless, but collectively a group can become dangerously powerful
In simple terms: Groups can become dangerous despite harmless individuals
Key Takeaway
Beware collective power and its risks
Themes
power
danger
collectivity
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- political movements
- corporate behavior
- online communities
- environmental activism
- military coalitions
Key Concepts
political theory
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards prevent group harm?
- How can individuals influence group ethics?
A Different Perspective
Collective danger can be mitigated by accountability
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