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“In regard to the amount of difference between the races, we must make some allowance for our nice powers of discrimination gained by a long habit of observing ourselves.” quote by Charles Darwin
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“In regard to the amount of difference between the races, we must make some allowance for our nice powers of discrimination gained by a long habit of observing ourselves.”

Charles Darwin

About This Quote

Racial differences are shaped by long‑term self‑observation and discrimination habits.

In simple terms: Races differ due to habitual self‑observation.

Key Takeaway

Beware of bias when judging groups.

Themes

science race bias observation

Mood

analytical critical

Type

scientific philosophical

When to use this quote

  • anthropology
  • education
  • policy making

Key Concepts

evolution social psychology self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we mitigate our observational biases?
  • What role does culture play in perceived differences?
A Different Perspective

Bias can distort scientific conclusions.

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