There is nothing lower than the human race except the French.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- An offensive ethnic generalization reflecting historical prejudice.
- In plain terms
- A derogatory comparison of groups.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid prejudice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where did this prejudice come from?
- How do you address such quotes?
Another view
It is factually incorrect and harmful.
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