Prejudice and Generalization – Walter Lippmann

„The tendency of the casual mind is to pick out or stumble upon a sample which supports or defies its prejudices, and then to make it the representative of a whole class.“

Walter LippmannWalter Lippmann warns against superficial generalizations based on single examples that confirm or refute our prejudices.
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Walter Lippmann was an American journalist and political commentator, known for his work on public opinion and political communication.

A warning against hasty generalizations based on single experiences.


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Walter Lippmann (1889–1974) was a prominent American journalist, media critic, and political commentator. He coined significant concepts in media and communication studies, particularly regarding the role of mass media in democracy. His book "Public Opinion" (1922) remains a classic in media criticism and political philosophy.

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