Everything Quote by Sharice Davids
“I think that it's a mistake to assume that because you're taking a position from somebody else who you might disagree with - or you know you disagree with on some things - to assume that you disagree with on everything and to not look at each policy on its own merits.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Hearing on Policy Evaluation, 2021
Do not assume a person’s disagreement on one issue means they disagree on all; evaluate each policy individually.
In simple terms: Judge each policy on its own merits.
Key Takeaway
Assess policies separately, not by partisan bias.
Themes
politics
critical thinking
policy analysis
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
explanatory
reflective
When to use this quote
- legislative voting
- public debate
- community organizing
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
individual autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure unbiased policy evaluation?
- What steps prevent blanket assumptions?
A Different Perspective
People may still generalize based on identity.
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