Tuesday, October 15, 2013

After reading "The Warren Harding Error", I was more aware of the implicit associations that me and many others make every day. Before reading this, I didn't realize that our bias's could effect who rules our country. After thinking about this for a while, I can now see that there are certain things in my subconscious that effect me in my daily life. The message I take away from this is to be aware of the bias's you might have and take them into account when you make decisions. I don't believe we can undo our unconscious bia's but we can learn to realize we have them . When we discussed leadership qualities, none of them had to do with looks. To be a good leader has nothing to do with the way you look. Leadership has to do with the way you are, like being honest, fair,  and trustworthy.
Warren Harding, 29th President of the United States
 When I took the IAT for Bias towards sexuality (Gay/Straight), my result was a slight bias toward straight. This surprised me because I really don't think I have a bias at all. I think maybe because i'm left handed the results weren't 100% accurate. All in all, this surprised me and I will keep the results in mind.

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