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Racial prejudice is a terrible thing, Yossarian. It really…

“Racial prejudice is a terrible thing, Yossarian. It really is. It’s a terrible thing to treat a decent, loyal Indian like a nigger, kike, wop or spic.” quote by Joseph Heller
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““Racial prejudice is a terrible thing, Yossarian. It really is. It’s a terrible thing to treat a decent, loyal Indian like a nigger, kike, wop or spic.””

Joseph Heller

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Racial prejudice is abhorrent, equating a loyal Indian with slurs, highlighting deep injustice.

In simple terms: Racial prejudice is terrible and unjust.

Key Takeaway

Reject all forms of prejudice.

Themes

racism justice human rights

Mood

outraged serious

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • policy reform
  • community dialogue

Key Concepts

social injustice language power

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we combat everyday racism?
  • What role does language play in bias?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice persists despite awareness.

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