Cost Quote by Jean Stapleton
“Prejudice is an assortment of deceptively small personal judgments - deceptive because of their great cost in our daily lives.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Tonight Show, 1975
Prejudice seems minor but carries huge societal costs.
In simple terms: Small judgments cause big harm.
Key Takeaway
Challenge and question personal biases.
Themes
prejudice
social cost
bias
justice
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
social
educational
When to use this quote
- workplace hiring
- school discipline
- media representation
- public policy
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social psychology
ethical responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do everyday judgments affect others?
- What steps can reduce hidden bias?
A Different Perspective
Addressing prejudice requires confronting uncomfortable truths.
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