Bad Quote by Rebecca MacKinnon
“When Google went into China, there were some people who said they shouldn't compromise at all - that it is very bad for human rights to do so. But there were other people, particularly Chinese people, who said they were glad Google had gone in.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks on Google China entry, 2009
Balancing corporate expansion with human rights creates ethical tension between market access and moral responsibility.
In simple terms: Expanding into China raises human‑rights concerns.
Key Takeaway
Weigh profit against principles.
Themes
ethics
business
human rights
globalization
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- tech expansion
- policy advocacy
- consumer choice
- government regulation
Key Concepts
corporate responsibility
political compromise
Questions to Reflect On
- How should companies prioritize ethical standards over market opportunities?
- What mechanisms can protect rights without abandoning markets?
A Different Perspective
Compromise may erode core values and public trust.
