Division Quote by Wendy Long
“Thinking of ourselves as members of 'this group' or 'that group,' I think that's a recipe for division.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public talk on social cohesion, 2019
Labeling people into exclusive groups fuels division; seeing humanity as a whole reduces conflict.
In simple terms: Group labels cause division.
Key Takeaway
Seek common humanity.
Themes
division
inclusion
identity
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- workplace teams
- community events
Key Concepts
social cohesion
group dynamics
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we move beyond group labels?
- What benefits arise from shared identity?
A Different Perspective
Overcoming deep‑rooted tribalism is hard.
