People Quote by Steve Hilton
“Just as we ban smoking and drinking for under 16, because we want to shield young people from their harmful effects, we should do the same for smartphones.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion piece: The Spectator, 2017
Just as we protect youth from smoking and drinking, we should also protect them from smartphones' harmful effects.
In simple terms: Smartphones need age‑based protection like alcohol.
Advocate for stricter smartphone age limits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parental controls
- school policies
- legislation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What smartphone harms affect teens most?
- How can we protect without stifling innovation?
Balancing benefits vs. restrictions is complex.