Awareness Quote by Mark Zuckerberg
“I feel like the thing we can do is celebrate people doing great work and create more cultural momentum and awareness that this is an important thing in the world. So when the next economic crisis hits and people are talking about where to cut from the budget, science isn't the thing.”
About This Quote
Investing in scientific research and cultural momentum safeguards its value during economic downturns.
In simple terms: Support science to keep it valued in crises.
Advocate for science funding in tough times.
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When to use this quote
- budget meetings
- legislative hearings
- public campaigns
- grant proposals
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we demonstrate science's immediate value?
- What narratives shift public perception of research?
Economic pressures often prioritize short‑term cuts over long‑term research.