Dehumanizing Quote by Jon Ronson
“The laughing way we make damaged people our playthings, it's so dehumanizing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Psychopath Test, 2011
Treating vulnerable individuals as entertainment degrades humanity and erodes empathy.
In simple terms: Playing with suffering is dehumanizing.
Respect dignity of all people.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- media coverage
- online trolling
- reality TV
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do creators have?
- How does humor affect victims?
Some may argue satire raises awareness.