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“If it weren't for the people, the god-damn people' said Finnerty, 'always getting tangled up in the machinery. If it weren't for them, the world would be an engineer's paradise.” quote by Kurt Vonnegut
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““If it weren't for the people, the god-damn people' said Finnerty, 'always getting tangled up in the machinery. If it weren't for them, the world would be an engineer's paradise.””

Kurt Vonnegut

About This Quote

Human reliance on people introduces chaos, preventing a perfectly engineered world; imperfection is essential.

In simple terms: People cause disorder, stopping a flawless system.

Key Takeaway

Accept human flaws as necessary.

Themes

humanity imperfection systems control chaos

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • technology development
  • making
  • project management

Key Concepts

engineering philosophy existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can a perfectly ordered world exist?
  • How do human errors shape progress?
A Different Perspective

Idealized control ignores real‑world complexity.

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