For example, representative democracy has been thought to be necessary since it has been impossible for all citizens to have a direct say or vote in policy. The Value Implications of Economic Change Private profit motives cannot meet the expectations of society for public goods. Increased government intervention is required in social and economic affairs. In order words, control of widespread consequences of technologies must be on a social or governmental level. The impact of technology on the individual has both positive and negative sides.
People feel like individuals more than ever before.
Decline in personal privacy with sophisticated eavedropping and surveillance devices. Privacy was not always a good thing, especially if it meant one died alone. Social security, public education, and public health measures would not be given up for privacy. Increasing power of government. Government is more lacking in confidence than ever before.