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“I think most people are more susceptible to prejudice than to reason.” quote by Roger Ebert
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“I think most people are more susceptible to prejudice than to reason.”

Roger Ebert

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Limits of Reason” in The New Yorker, 2005

People are more prone to prejudice than rational thought, suggesting emotions often override logical analysis.

In simple terms: Prejudice outweighs reason.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate awareness of bias to improve judgment.

Themes

prejudice reason human cognition bias psychology

Mood

reflective thoughtful concerned

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • education
  • media literacy
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

cognitive bias social psychology critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we train ourselves to think more rationally?
  • What role does empathy play in reducing prejudice?
A Different Perspective

Reason can be suppressed by strong emotions.

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