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When a machine begins to run without human aid, it is time to scrap it - whether it be a factory or a government
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"When a machine begins to run without human aid, it is time to scrap it - whether it be a factory or a government"

- Alexander Chase

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This quote by Alexander Chase is a cautioning about the dangers of enabling makers to run without human oversight. He is suggesting that when a maker starts to operate individually, it is time to eliminate it, despite whether it is a factory or a federal government. This is since machines are not efficient in making decisions based on morality or principles, and can result in devastating effects if left untreated. Chase is cautioning us that machines must not be allowed to take control of our lives, which we need to always be in control of our own destiny. He is suggesting that if we permit devices to take control of, it might result in a dystopian future where human beings are no longer in control. This quote functions as a reminder that we need to constantly understand the prospective risks of allowing devices to take control, which we must always aim to keep our autonomy.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Alexander Chase between April 16, 1926 and November 9, 1986. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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