Quote by Esther Dyson

But there is a corollary to freedom and that's personal responsibility, and the real challenge is how you generate that personal responsibility without imposing it.

But there is a corollary to freedom and that's personal resp

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of personal responsibility as a corollary to freedom. It acknowledges that while freedom is valuable, the challenge lies in fostering personal responsibility without imposing it on individuals. It raises questions about how to encourage individuals to take ownership of their actions and choices, without infringing upon their autonomy. This suggests the need for finding a delicate balance between allowing individuals the freedom to make their own decisions while also cultivating a sense of accountability towards the consequences of those decisions.

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Freedom

By Esther Dyson

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