To object that the facts about human nature set limits on our ability to change the world and ourselves makes about as much sense as the lament that our lack of wings sets limits on our ability to 'fly' as far as eagles under our own power.
A person who issues that charge that someone adheres to the principle "do as I say, not as I do" has three options: produce an example; withdraw the … - Noam Chomsky
A person who issues that charge that someone adheres to the principle "do as I say, not as I do" has three options: produce an example; withdraw the …
- Noam Chomsky
Right now, we happen to be in a general period of regression, not just in education. A lot of what's happening is sort of backlash to the 60s; the 60… - Noam Chomsky
Right now, we happen to be in a general period of regression, not just in education. A lot of what's happening is sort of backlash to the 60s; the 60…
What's the point of being better than someone else? - Noam Chomsky
What's the point of being better than someone else?
The smart way to keep people passive and obedient is to strictly limit the spectrum of acceptable opinion, but allow very lively debate within that s… - Noam Chomsky
The smart way to keep people passive and obedient is to strictly limit the spectrum of acceptable opinion, but allow very lively debate within that s…
He who controls the media controls the minds of the public. - Noam Chomsky
He who controls the media controls the minds of the public.
The general population doesn't know what's happening, and it doesn't even know that it doesn't know. - Noam Chomsky
The general population doesn't know what's happening, and it doesn't even know that it doesn't know.
As long as the general population is passive, apathetic, diverted to consumerism or hatred of the vulnerable, then the powerful can do as they please… - Noam Chomsky
As long as the general population is passive, apathetic, diverted to consumerism or hatred of the vulnerable, then the powerful can do as they please…
Nobody is going to pour truth into your brain. It's something you have to find out for yourself. - Noam Chomsky
Nobody is going to pour truth into your brain. It's something you have to find out for yourself.
What is important to us is to reverse the shameful course being pursued by America. It won't be easy, but it must and can be done. - Noam Chomsky
What is important to us is to reverse the shameful course being pursued by America. It won't be easy, but it must and can be done.
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