Assets Quote by Noam Chomsky
“The goal is a society in which the basic social unit is you and your television set. If the kid next door is hungry, it’s not your problem. If the retired couple next door invested their assets badly and are now starving, that’s not your problem either.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, Noam Chomsky, 2015
A critique of individualism, suggesting society should prioritize collective responsibility over personal convenience.
In simple terms: Society should care for neighbors, not ignore them.
Key Takeaway
Promote communal responsibility and empathy.
Themes
social responsibility
collectivism
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- community projects
- neighborhood aid
- policy debates
Key Concepts
political philosophy
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we encourage collective care?
- What limits exist for communal responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Individual freedoms also matter; balance is needed.
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