A man's wife has more power over him than the state has.
Ralph Waldo EmersonRead
Sex prejudice is so ingrained in our society that many who practice it are simply unaware that they are hurting. It is the last socially acceptable prejudice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Sex prejudice is often unnoticed by those who perpetuate it, making it a deeply rooted issue in society.
This quote by Bernice Sandler highlights the insidious nature of sex prejudice, suggesting that it is often so deeply embedded in societal norms that individuals may not even recognize their own discriminatory behaviors. Sandler argues that this form of prejudice persists as the final socially tolerated bias, which underscores the need for awareness and change in both attitudes and actions toward gender equality.
Themes
Sex PrejudiceSocietyAwarenessDiscriminationGender Equality
In practice
Example use cases
During a seminar on gender equality, this quote could be presented to illustrate the subtlety of prevalent prejudices.
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