I wanted to prevent people from giving them too much power. I see that as a pattern. I wanted that to come to an end as soon as possible.
Cathy O'NeilSo much of our society as a whole is gearing us to maximize our salary or bonus. Basically, we just think in terms of money. Or, if not money, then, if you're in academia, it's prestige. It's a different kind of currency. And there's this unmeasured dimension of all jobs, which is whether it's improving the world.
Cathy O'NeilAn insurance company might say, "Tell us more about yourself so your premiums can go down." When they say that, they're addressing the winners, not the losers.
Cathy O'Neil