Quote by Barry Commoner

It reflects a prevailing myth that production technology is no more amenable to human judgment or social interests than the laws of thermodynamics, atomic structure or biological inheritance.

It reflects a prevailing myth that production technology is

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This quote suggests that there is a common misconception that production technology operates independently from human decision-making and societal needs. It compares the belief that technology is autonomous to the scientific laws of thermodynamics, atomic structure, or biological inheritance. It implies that this misconception undermines the idea that human judgment and social interests can impact or shape production technology. The quote highlights the need to recognize the role of human agency and values in the development and use of technology.

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