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“If 9 out of 10 grandmothers selected from 10 respective cultures can agree it is evil, then it's evil. Cut it out.” quote by Lynda Williams
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““If 9 out of 10 grandmothers selected from 10 respective cultures can agree it is evil, then it's evil. Cut it out.””

Lynda Williams

About This Quote

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

When a vast majority across cultures deem something evil, it signals a moral consensus that should be respected and acted upon.

In simple terms: Broad cultural agreement calls something evil.

Key Takeaway

Listen to diverse moral voices.

Themes

ethics culture consensus

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

advice ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • community standards
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

moral relativism social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we balance majority moral judgments with minority rights?
  • When should we question cultural consensus?
A Different Perspective

Cultural consensus may overlook minority perspectives.

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