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“Revolution may not be pro-Western or democratic.”

Quote by Evgeny Morozov

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Evgeny Morozov is a Russian-born writer known for his critical analysis of the impact of digital technology on society and politics. His work explores issues such as internet freedom, privacy, and technological utopianism. more

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