Cases Quote by Susan Blackmore
“Finally, we might decide that civilisation itself is worth preserving. In that case we have to work out what to save and which people would be needed in a drastically reduced population - weighing the value of scientists and musicians against that of politicians, for example.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Meme Machine, Susan Blackmore, 1999
We must decide what aspects of civilization to preserve and who is essential in a much smaller population, weighing contributions of different professions.
In simple terms: Choosing what to keep and who is essential when humanity shrinks.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize preserving valuable knowledge and skills.
Themes
ethics
survival
value judgment
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- future scenario modeling
- education curricula
- heritage conservation
Key Concepts
cultural preservation
resource allocation
population ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria should guide preservation choices?
- How to avoid elitism in such decisions?
A Different Perspective
It is hard to objectively rank human worth; biases may skew decisions.
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