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Science and technology revolutionize our lives, but memory, tradition and myth frame our response.
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What this quote means
Science and technology change our lives, but our understanding is shaped by memory, tradition, and myth.
Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. highlights the duality of human experience in relation to advancements. While science and technology bring about significant transformations in how we live, it is our memories, beliefs, and traditions that influence how we respond to these changes. This underscores the importance of cultural context and historical understanding in interpreting modern innovations.
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ScienceTechnologyMemoryTraditionMyth
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the impact of technology on society, one might use this quote to emphasize the importance of cultural heritage.
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