Burden Quote by Kenneth Clark
“Over and above the political, economic, sociological, and international implications of racial prejudices, their major significance is that they place unnecessary burdens upon human beings.”
About This Quote
Racial prejudice creates unnecessary burdens that affect many aspects of life.
In simple terms: Prejudice adds extra burdens.
Key Takeaway
Work to eliminate bias and its impacts.
Themes
prejudice
burden
social justice
Mood
serious
concerned
Type
academic
activist
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- workplace culture
- healthcare
- law enforcement
Key Concepts
ethics
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- What burdens does bias impose on you?
- How can societies reduce these unnecessary loads?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑rooted attitudes is difficult.
