Agree Quote by Tavis Smiley
“I still think in this country, and this might surprise you, the one thing that George Bush said as president that I do agree with, I love that phrase, 'the soft bigotry of low expectations.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Nation’s Pulse, 2015
The phrase warns that low expectations can be a subtle form of discrimination, limiting potential.
In simple terms: Low expectations harm people.
Key Takeaway
Raise standards for everyone.
Themes
equality
expectations
social justice
psychology
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- education
- workplace
- policy making
- parenting
Key Concepts
implicit bias
self‑fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you challenge low expectations in your community?
- What impact does high expectation have on achievement?
A Different Perspective
Expectations can be a tool for oppression if set too low.
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