Internet Quote by Mike McCurry
“By and large, people are sort of technologically averse in the political space.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political tech conference, 2018
Many people resist technology in politics, preferring traditional methods and fearing change.
In simple terms: People are hesitant about tech in politics.
Key Takeaway
Encourage openness to tech in civic engagement.
Themes
technology
politics
resistance
innovation
change
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
political
technological
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- policy debates
- public forums
Key Concepts
digital literacy
political engagement
trust issues
Questions to Reflect On
- What benefits could tech bring to political processes?
- How can we build trust in political tech?
A Different Perspective
Tech adoption may be slowed by distrust.
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