My own life experience matches the results of this research. Most stereotypes are generally accurate but should never be used to judge individuals. Members of groups who object to the stereotype of their group have the ability to escape that stereotype based on their own actions.
I think my original comment could have been more clearly stated. I think that we are made blind by our political prejudices, but that if we don't know someone's politics, we are more likely to form an opinion based on their actions instead of our stereotypes about someone from "the other side," thus seeing their actions through a negative lens. Is that what you mean by confirmation bias? I think your politics are bad, so I interpret your actions negatively?
I really enjoyed reading this. I'm tempted to read the book but I guess it's pretty hard to get Thanks so much for sharing.
My own life experience matches the results of this research. Most stereotypes are generally accurate but should never be used to judge individuals. Members of groups who object to the stereotype of their group have the ability to escape that stereotype based on their own actions.
Helps confirm some of my experience- if you don’t flagwave your politics, people will more likely judge you based on your actions
Confirmation bias? :)
I think my original comment could have been more clearly stated. I think that we are made blind by our political prejudices, but that if we don't know someone's politics, we are more likely to form an opinion based on their actions instead of our stereotypes about someone from "the other side," thus seeing their actions through a negative lens. Is that what you mean by confirmation bias? I think your politics are bad, so I interpret your actions negatively?
I really was just joking about confirmation bias on an article about confirmation bias. I think your point is a good one. Seriously.
Thanks, Anti Fragile. My sense of humor takes the day off sometimes :)
So refreshing to see things like this. A nice dose of sanity. Thanks for sharing.