She-Twin (with genuine curiosity): "Mom, which do you think is the worst: discrimination, segregation, or prejudice?"
Mom (without much thought): "Aren't they all pretty much the same thing?"
She-Twin (reproachfully): "They're not at all the same thing! Segregation is separating into groups. Discrimination is treating people differently because of race or religion. Prejudice is a hatred of people who are different than you are...usually because of race or religion."
Mom (ashamed): "Wow. With that in mind, which one do you think is worst?"
She-Twin (with conviction): "Prejudice. Hatred is always wrong, and often leads to the other two."
Here's to the content of her character.

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2 comments:
Wise beyond her years!
Our children are our best teachers. If only everyone had her attitude!!
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