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“We are too prone to make technological instruments the scapegoats for the crimes of those who wield them. The products of modern science are not in themselves good or bad; it is the way they are used that determines their value.”

Quote by David Sarnoff

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David Sarnoff
David Sarnoff

David Sarnoff was a distinguished businessman and pioneer in the radio and television industry. Born on February 27, 1891, and passing away on December 12, 1971, Sarnoff was instrumental in the development and popularization of these technologies. He served as a key figure at the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) and was responsible for numerous groundbreaking innovations. more

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