Buried Quote by Josephine Lawrence
“if some folks have buried their racial prejudices, the chances are that they've got the graves marked and will have no trouble disinterring their pet hates.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Social Commentary, 2019
Even when people think they've buried prejudice, the underlying hatred remains accessible and can resurface.
In simple terms: Prejudice can reappear even if thought buried.
Key Takeaway
Address hidden biases directly.
Themes
prejudice
psychology
social justice
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- workplace
- education
- family gatherings
- online forums
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
implicit bias
social conditioning
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs reveal hidden prejudice?
- How can societies dismantle entrenched hate?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep-seated attitudes is difficult.
