Change Quote by Steven Pinker
“Technology, ideology, and social and cultural changes periodically throw out new forms of violence for humanity to contend with.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Better Angels of Our Nature, 2011
Human societies repeatedly develop new forms of violence as technology and ideas evolve.
In simple terms: New violence emerges with tech and ideas.
Recognize and address emerging harms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- media regulation
- community safety
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies anticipate future violence?
- What ethical safeguards are needed for new tech?
Existing frameworks often lag behind rapid change.