We will create a civilization of the Mind in Cyberspace. May it be more humane and fair than the world your governments have made before.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Barlow envisions a future digital civilization that is more humane and fair than current governments.
- In plain terms
- He hopes the online world will be kinder and fairer than today’s societies.
- What can you take from it?
- Strive to shape cyberspace with ethical values.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can we ensure digital fairness?
- What responsibilities do creators have?
Another view
Achieving fairness may be limited by existing power structures.
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