Able Quote by Carrie Chapman Catt
“What is prejudice? An opinion, which is not based upon reason; a judgment, without having heard the argument; a feeling, without being able to trace from whence it came.”
About This Quote
Prejudice is defined as an unreasoned opinion, a judgment made without evidence, and an untraceable feeling.
In simple terms: Prejudice as irrational judgment
Key Takeaway
Prejudice lacks rational basis
Themes
bias
reasoning
emotion
social judgment
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
definition
analysis
When to use this quote
- diversity training
- public policy debates
- educational curricula
- interpersonal conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social psychology
Practical Applications
- designing bias‑awareness workshops
- informing equitable hiring practices
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we transform unexamined feelings into reasoned discourse?
- What mechanisms reinforce prejudice despite lack of evidence?
