Another Quote by David Dellinger
“It's one thing to be prejudiced. It's another to be a liar.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Anti‑War Rally, 1968, USA
Prejudice is a bias; lying is a deliberate falsehood, and they are distinct moral failures.
In simple terms: Prejudice ≠ lying.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and call out both bias and deceit.
Themes
ethics
truth
bias
integrity
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- political activism
- personal relationships
- media analysis
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate bias from intentional deception?
- What are the risks of conflating the two?
A Different Perspective
Lying can be rationalized even when prejudice is not.
