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My entry into the environmental arena was through the issue that so dramatically - and destructively - demonstrates the
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"My entry into the environmental arena was through the issue that so dramatically - and destructively - demonstrates the link between science and social action: nuclear weapons"

- Barry Commoner

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This quote by Barry Commoner speaks with the value of comprehending the relationship in between science and social action. Citizen recommends that his entry into the ecological arena was through the problem of nuclear weapons, which he believes demonstrates the link in between science and social action. Commoner is stressing the need to recognize the power of science and its potential to cause damage. He is likewise highlighting the need for social action to be taken in order to prevent the abuse of science and its possible to trigger damage. Citizen's quote is a tip of the significance of comprehending the relationship in between science and social action, and the need to act to prevent the misuse of science. It is also a call to action for individuals to recognize the power of science and its potential to trigger damage, and to take actions to avoid it.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Barry Commoner somewhere between May 28, 1917 and today. He/she was a famous Scientist from USA. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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