Development Quote by Noam Chomsky
“Independent development can be a virus that can infect others.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Media and Technology, 2015
Ideas spread like contagion; unchecked development can corrupt others.
In simple terms: Development can infect others like a virus.
Key Takeaway
Beware of harmful influence.
Themes
media
technology
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
analytical
thought‑provoking
When to use this quote
- journalism
- software development
- policy making
- education
- public discourse
Key Concepts
contagion
information spread
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster responsible development?
- What safeguards prevent harmful spread?
A Different Perspective
Not all development is harmful; positive innovation exists.
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