Attitude Quote by Charles Curtis
“There are only two ways to be quite unprejudiced and impartial. One is to be completely ignorant. The other is to be completely indifferent. Bias and prejudice are attitudes to be kept in hand, not attitudes to be avoided.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Social Commentary, 1910
Impartiality can be achieved by either ignorance or indifference; bias must be managed, not eliminated.
In simple terms: Ignorance or indifference yields impartiality.
Key Takeaway
Manage bias consciously.
Themes
bias
impartiality
mindset
Mood
analytical
neutral
Type
philosophical
instructive
When to use this quote
- journalism
- legal judgments
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
psychology
ethical philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it possible to be truly impartial without disengagement?
- How can one stay informed yet unbiased?
A Different Perspective
Indifference may lead to apathy, undermining moral responsibility.
