Internet Quote by Timothy Snyder
““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.””
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.
Practice respectful communication online.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social media discussions
- online forums
- public comment sections
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster empathy in anonymous online spaces?
- What policies could reduce digital hostility?
Changing behavior requires systemic platform design changes.