One should attend carefully to the fear and desperation of the powerful. They understand very well the potential reach of the "ultimate weapon," and only hope that those who seek a more free and just world will not gain the same understanding and put it effectively to use.
Noam Chomsky's "Profit Over People: Neoliberalism and Global Order" emphasizes the importance of understanding the fears of powerful individuals. These elites are acutely aware of the implications of the most destructive weapons available, which fuels their desperation to maintain control over global systems. They are particularly concerned that advocates for justice and freedom might gain similar insights into these powerful tools and use them for resistance.
This reveals a troubling dynamic...
