Humor Quote by Douglas Adams
““She was of course the last person to judge somebody by the color of their skin - or if not absolutely the last, she had at least done it as recently as yesterday afternoon /.../””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
The character claims she never judges by skin color, yet admits recent contradictory behavior, highlighting hypocrisy.
In simple terms: She says she doesn’t judge by skin color but does.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and correct hidden biases.
Themes
prejudice
hypocrisy
selfawareness
Mood
ironic
critical
Type
satirical
reflective
When to use this quote
- workplace
- social media
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
racial bias
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What biases do you hold unknowingly?
- How can you confront them?
A Different Perspective
Denial of bias can perpetuate discrimination.
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