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“I think, when I wrote 'Children of Jihad,' I wrote it with a very optimistic view of what technology can do. Today I maintain that optimistic view, but I'm also aware of the challenges we have. So I would say I'm not a techno-utopian, but I'm a techno-pragmatist.” quote by Jared Cohen
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“I think, when I wrote 'Children of Jihad,' I wrote it with a very optimistic view of what technology can do. Today I maintain that optimistic view, but I'm also aware of the challenges we have. So I would say I'm not a techno-utopian, but I'm a techno-pragmatist.”

Jared Cohen

About This Quote

Source Interview: Public Talk on Technology and Society, 2023

Optimism about technology tempered by pragmatic awareness of its challenges; not a utopia but a balanced stance.

In simple terms: Tech can help, but we must stay realistic.

Key Takeaway

Embrace tech optimism while planning for risks.

Themes

technology optimism pragmatism future risk

Mood

thoughtful balanced

Type

reflective pragmatic

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • product development
  • strategic planning
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

innovation ethical considerations societal impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance hope and caution?
  • What safeguards are essential?
A Different Perspective

Over‑optimism can ignore systemic issues.

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