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“[Chief White Halfoat:] Racial prejudice is a terrible thing, Yossarian. It really is. It's a terrible thing to treat a decent, loyal Indian like a nigger, kike, wop, or spic.” quote by Joseph Heller
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““[Chief White Halfoat:] Racial prejudice is a terrible thing, Yossarian. It really is. It's a terrible thing to treat a decent, loyal Indian like a nigger, kike, wop, or spic.””

Joseph Heller

About This Quote

Source Novel: Catch‑22, 1961

A character condemns racial slurs, highlighting the horror of prejudice.

In simple terms: Prejudice is abhorrent.

Key Takeaway

Reject hateful language.

Themes

racism prejudice morality

Mood

critical serious

Type

literary political

When to use this quote

  • education
  • policy
  • media
  • activism

Key Concepts

ethics history social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we confront ingrained bias?
  • What role does language play in oppression?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex racism.

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