I am still amazed at the amount of Christian charity…
![“I am still amazed at the amount of Christian charity [Wellesley] stuck us all with, a kind of glazed politeness in the face of boredom and stupidity. Tolerance, in the worst sense of the word. How marvelous it would have been to go to a women's college that encouraged impoliteness, that rewarded…” quote by Nora Ephron](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/c17/nora-ephron-1217_aggression_i-am-still-amazed-at-the-amount-of-chris_2240830.jpg)
“I am still amazed at the amount of Christian charity [Wellesley] stuck us all with, a kind of glazed politeness in the face of boredom and stupidity. Tolerance, in the worst sense of the word. How marvelous it would have been to go to a women's college that encouraged impoliteness, that rewarded aggression, that encouraged argument.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She critiques the polite, tolerant atmosphere of a college, wishing for more aggressive, argumentative culture.
In simple terms: Dislikes overly polite culture; wants boldness.
Key Takeaway
Encourage respectful debate over false politeness.
Themes
education
culture
politeness
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
social
When to use this quote
- classroom discussions
- student organizations
- policy making
Key Concepts
social dynamics
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance of politeness and assertiveness is healthy?
- How can institutions foster constructive conflict?
A Different Perspective
Aggression can create hostility.