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“Prejudice - a vagrant opinion without visible means of support.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“Prejudice - a vagrant opinion without visible means of support.”

Ambrose Bierce

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Defines prejudice as an unfounded opinion lacking evidence.

In simple terms: Prejudice is an opinion without proof.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions and seek evidence.

Themes

bias logic critical thinking social psychology

Mood

skeptical analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • classroom debates
  • media analysis
  • policy making

Key Concepts

cognitive bias rationalism ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beliefs do you hold without evidence?
  • How can you test the validity of your assumptions?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice can be rationalized by selective evidence.

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