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“Common sense is that layer of prejudices which we acquire before we are sixteen.” quote by Albert Einstein
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“Common sense is that layer of prejudices which we acquire before we are sixteen.”

Albert Einstein

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Source Lecture: “On the Nature of Prejudice” at Princeton, 1946

Prejudice forms early, shaping perception before critical thinking develops

In simple terms: Early biases shape worldview

Key Takeaway

Recognize and challenge early biases

Themes

prejudice education development

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • school curricula
  • parental guidance
  • media literacy
  • policy making

Key Concepts

social conditioning cognitive bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • What early experiences shaped your biases?
  • How can education counteract early prejudice?
A Different Perspective

Changing deep‑seated biases is difficult

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