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“The Internet, one of the great inventions of the modern Western world, has shown itself to be a weapon that can be used to incite and train those who wish to cause harm to that world.” quote by Richard N. Haass
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“The Internet, one of the great inventions of the modern Western world, has shown itself to be a weapon that can be used to incite and train those who wish to cause harm to that world.”

Richard N. Haass

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Source Speech: Council on Foreign Relations, 2018

The Internet can be weaponized to incite and train harmful actors.

In simple terms: Online tools can be used for violence.

Key Takeaway

Regulate digital platforms.

Themes

technology security misinformation

Mood

concerned serious urgent

Type

analytical policy

When to use this quote

  • political radicalization
  • terrorist recruitment
  • online hate groups

Key Concepts

cybersecurity propaganda ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies could curb online weaponization?
  • How to protect free speech while limiting harm?
A Different Perspective

Balancing free speech with safety is complex.

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