Quote by Philip Zimbardo

Prejudice and discrimination have always been a big part of my life. When I was 6, I got beat up and called dirty Jew boy because they thought I looked Jewish.

Prejudice and discrimination have always been a big part of

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This quote reflects the personal experience of the individual, highlighting how early prejudice and discrimination impacted their life. At a young age, they faced physical and verbal attacks due to their perceived ethnicity as a Jewish person, facing derogatory remarks and violence. This brief explanation underscores the enduring presence of prejudice and discrimination in society and demonstrates the harmful effects it can have on individuals from a young age.

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By Philip Zimbardo

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