Give me a child and I'll shape him into anything.
Behaviorism
Attributed, a common misquote or oversimplification of his views, he stated that with specific control of environment he could shape behavior, not 'anything'. The sentiment is widely attributed to him.
Unknown, likely mid-20th century
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"The majority of people don't want to plan. They want to be free from the responsibility of planning."
Controversial"The real question is not whether machines think but whether men do."
Strange & Unusual"We are not responsible for our behavior, but we are responsible for the environment that controls it."
Humorous"The human species is on a thin thread. We're barely making it."
Strange & Unusual"The future of mankind depends on the application of behavioral science."
Humorous