Quote by Nora Ephron

I am continually fascinated at the difficulty intelligent people have in distinguishing what is controversial from what is merely offensive.

I am continually fascinated at the difficulty intelligent pe

Summary

This quote highlights the ongoing struggle that intelligent individuals often face in differentiating between controversial ideas and those that are merely offensive. Despite their intellect, some individuals struggle to recognize the distinction, possibly due to biases or personal beliefs. This observation underscores the complexity of understanding and navigating sensitive topics, as even intelligent minds can be burdened by subjective opinions or emotional factors when determining what is truly controversial versus offensive.

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By Nora Ephron

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