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“Racism does not diminish with brains, it's a disease, a sickness, it may incubate in ignorance but it doesn't necessarily disappear with the gaining of wisdom!” quote by Bryce Courtenay
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“Racism does not diminish with brains, it's a disease, a sickness, it may incubate in ignorance but it doesn't necessarily disappear with the gaining of wisdom!”

Bryce Courtenay

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview, 2005

Racism persists despite intelligence; it's a societal disease rooted in ignorance, not solved by knowledge alone.

In simple terms: Racism is a disease, not cured by sm.

Key Takeaway

Address systemic bias, not just educate.

Themes

racism ignorance social disease education bias systemic racism

Mood

thoughtful serious reflective

Type

analytical social commentary

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • community dialogue
  • school curricula
  • media representation
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

sociology psychology public health structural inequality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies confront racism beyond teaching?
  • What structural changes reduce racial bias?
A Different Perspective

Education alone cannot eradicate deep‑seated prejudice.

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