Quote by William O. Douglas

Man is about to be an automaton; he is identifiable only in the computer. As a person of worth and creativity, as a being with an infinite potential, he retreats and battles the forces that make him inhuman. The dissent we witness is a reaffirmation of faith in man; it is protest against living under rules and prejudices and attitudes that produce the extremes of wealth and poverty and that make us dedicated to the destruction of people through arms, bombs, and gases, and that prepare us to think alike and be submissive objects for the regime of the computer.

Man is about to be an automaton; he is identifiable only in

Summary

This quote highlights the concern that modern technology and systems are reducing humans to mere automatons, devoid of individuality and creativity. It emphasizes the need for individuals to resist and fight against the dehumanizing forces that result in extreme social inequalities and prepare us to conform to the control of computers. The dissent mentioned here is seen as a powerful expression of belief in the true potential of humanity and a rejection of the oppressive norms and attitudes that promote violence and conformity. Ultimately, this quote urges us to uphold our uniqueness and strive for a more humane and just society.

By William O. Douglas

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