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“If we can avoid doing violence to the minds of unseen others on the internet, others will learn to do the same. And then perhaps our internet traffic will cease to look like one great, bloody accident.” quote by Timothy Snyder
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““If we can avoid doing violence to the minds of unseen others on the internet, others will learn to do the same. And then perhaps our internet traffic will cease to look like one great, bloody accident.””

Timothy Snyder

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast “The Daily” with The New York Times, 2021

Violence in online discourse harms collective mindset; restraint encourages mutual respect and reduces chaos.

In simple terms: Online cruelty damages society; kindness can calm the web.

Key Takeaway

Practice respectful communication online.

Themes

digital ethics communicationpathy social responsibility

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • social media discussions
  • online forums
  • public comment sections

Key Concepts

psychology media theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we foster empathy in anonymous online spaces?
  • What policies could reduce digital hostility?
A Different Perspective

Changing behavior requires systemic platform design changes.

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