21st century Quote by Tony Blair
“Genetic modification has many different areas, for example in medicine, and Britain is at the leading edge of this new technology. I don't know, but people tell me, it could indeed by the leading science of the 21st century. All I say to people is: 'Just keep an open mind and let us proceed according to genuine scientific evidence.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on science policy, United Kingdom, 2000s
Advocates openness to genetic engineering, emphasizing evidence‑based progress while acknowledging uncertainty.
In simple terms: Support scientific evidence and stay open.
Key Takeaway
Embrace evidence‑based innovation.
Themes
science
ethics
innovation
policy
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
speech
advocacy
When to use this quote
- medical research
- policy making
- public education
- technology adoption
Key Concepts
genetic engineering
evidence
public trust
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards are needed?
- How to balance innovation with ethics?
A Different Perspective
Potential ethical concerns and public fear.
