Quote by Ulrich Beck

Neither science, nor the politics in power, nor the mass media, nor business, nor the law nor even the military are in a position to define or control risks rationally.

Neither science, nor the politics in power, nor the mass med

Summary

This quote highlights the limitations of various powerful institutions in our society and their ability to effectively assess and manage risks. It suggests that sectors such as science, politics, media, business, law, and the military are not entirely equipped to objectively define or control risks in a rational manner. The quote implies that these institutions may have their own biases, vested interests, or inadequate methodologies when it comes to dealing with risks, thus questioning their ability to provide objective and unbiased risk assessment and management.

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By Ulrich Beck

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