Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

We would be a lot safer if the Government would take its money out of science and put it into astrology and the reading of palms. I used to think that science would save us, and science certainly tried. But we can't stand any more tremendous explosions, either for or against democracy.

We would be a lot safer if the Government would take its mon

Summary

This quote sarcastically suggests that diverting government funding from science to pseudosciences like astrology and palm reading would result in a safer society. The speaker initially believed science could save humanity, but now acknowledges the destructive power of scientific advancements, such as the invention of weapons. By proclaiming the need to avoid further explosions caused by scientific progress, the quote highlights a sense of disillusionment and caution regarding the role of science in shaping the future, possibly reflecting concerns about the potential misuse or dangers of scientific discoveries in relation to democratic values.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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