Conclusion Quote by Celia Green
“When someone says his conclusions are objective, he means that they are based on prejudices which many other people share.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Social Construction of Reality, Peter L. Berger & Thomas Luckmann, 1966
The claim of objectivity often masks shared biases that are accepted as neutral.
In simple terms: Objectivity can hide common prejudices.
Question assumptions behind “objective” claims.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic research
- media reporting
- policy making
- everyday discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What biases do you accept as objective?
- How can we expose hidden prejudices?
Not all shared views are accurate; they may reinforce stereotypes.