Abomination Quote by H. G. Wells
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“There is no more evil thing in this world than race prejudice, none at all. [...] It justifies and holds together more baseness, cruelty, and abomination than any other sort of error in the world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The War of the Worlds, 1898
Racism is the greatest evil, uniting cruelty and baseness more than any other error.
In simple terms: Racism is the worst evil, uniting cruelty.
Key Takeaway
Combat racism to prevent widespread cruelty and dehumanization.
Themes
justice
human rights
prejudice
Mood
urgent
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education reform
- community activism
- policy making
Key Concepts
social ethics
history
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies dismantle systemic racism?
- What personal actions reduce prejudice?
A Different Perspective
Racism can be deeply ingrained, making change difficult.
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