Always Quote by Kate Crawford
“Data will always bear the marks of its history. That is human history held in those data sets.”
About This Quote
Source Book: *Atlas of AI* by Kate Crawford, 2021
Data reflects the biases and power structures of its creators, embedding history into technology.
In simple terms: Data carries its creators’ history.
Key Takeaway
Question data sources and biases.
Themes
bias
history
technology
ethics
power dynamics
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
academic
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- AI development
- policy making
- research analysis
Key Concepts
data science
social justice
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden histories might your data conceal?
- How can you mitigate bias in datasets?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on data can obscure systemic issues.
