Reflections on Behaviorism and Society. Chapter 1: Human Behavior and Democracy. Quote 16

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Reflections on Behaviorism and Society. Chapter 1: Human Behavior and Democracy. Quote 16

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“A fourth principle is not so widely recognized. Control of the people by people is likely to be disturbed by “noncontingent” reinforcers.” (p. 12)

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SKINNER'S QUOTE OF THE DAY

“A fourth principle is not so widely recognized. Control of the people by people is likely to be disturbed by “noncontingent” reinforcers.” (p. 12)

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