Disparity Quote by Ryan Shapiro
“As Harvard historian of science Peter Galison has demonstrated, the universe of classified knowledge now far exceeds the universe of unclassified knowledge. That's a staggering thought. There is far more classified knowledge in the world than unclassified. And that disparity grows all the time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New York Times article by Ryan Shapiro, 2023
Classified information now vastly outnumbers public knowledge, highlighting growing secrecy.
In simple terms: More secrets than public facts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the impact of secrecy.
Themes
secrecy
information
power
knowledge
society
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- journalism
- academic research
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
classification
information asymmetry
national security
Questions to Reflect On
- How does secrecy affect democracy?
- What can be done to balance security and openness?
A Different Perspective
Secrecy can hinder transparency and trust.
