Society quote by Erich Fromm

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The danger of the past was that men became slaves. The danger of the future is that man may become robots
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"The danger of the past was that men became slaves. The danger of the future is that man may become robots"

- Erich Fromm

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This quote by Erich Fromm talks to the dangers of the past and the future. In the past, males were enslaved by oppressive systems and structures, and Fromm warns that the risk of the future is that guys may become robotics, losing their autonomy and uniqueness. This might be a result of oppressive systems, or of technological advances that might lead to a loss of humanity. Fromm's caution is a pointer that we should be alert in securing our autonomy and liberty, and that we should be aware of the prospective risks of the future. We must aim to develop a future where guys are not oppressed by overbearing systems, and where technology does not result in a loss of humankind. We should aim to produce a future where men are totally free to be their own people, and where technology is utilized to enhance our lives, not to manage them.

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Erich Fromm This quote is written / told by Erich Fromm between March 23, 1900 and March 18, 1980. He was a famous Psychologist from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Society. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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