Acceptable Quote by Albert Bandura
“Moral justification is a powerful disengagement mechanism. Destructive conduct is made personally and socially acceptable by portraying it in the service of moral ends. This is why most appeals against violent means usually fall on deaf ears.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Social Learning Theory, 1977
Moral reasoning can be misused to justify harmful actions, making them seem acceptable.
In simple terms: Moral excuses hide bad deeds.
Question motives behind moral claims.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political rhetoric
- advertising
- group conflict
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you spot moral rationalization?
- When is moral appeal a cover?
Moral framing can ignore real consequences.