Ethics Quote by John Perry Barlow
“Our identities have no bodies, so, unlike you, we cannot obtain order by physical coercion. We believe that from ethics, enlightened self-interest, and the commonweal, our governance will emerge.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Governance and Ethics, 1995
Identity is non‑physical; governance should arise from ethics, enlightened self‑interest, and common good rather than force.
In simple terms: Governance based on ethics, not coercion.
Promote ethical, collective decision‑making.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- community building
- policy design
- public discourse
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can ethics guide laws?
- What role does self‑interest play in society?
Implementing non‑coercive governance is challenging.