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Why are people so unfair?

Social Bias: People may behave unfairly due to underlying social biases based on race, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, or personal preferences.

Conflict of Interest: Sometimes people make unfair decisions because they have a personal or professional stake in the outcome.

Favoritism: Treating people differently based on personal relationships, favoritism can skew decisions.

Lack of Empathy: Inability to understand and feel another's emotions and experiences hinders fair treatment.

Dehumanization: Viewing others as less than human can lead to unjust actions and treatment.

Competition and Scarcity: In competitive environments with limited resources, people might engage in unfair behavior to gain an advantage.

Ignorance: Lack of awareness or education about others' perspectives or situations can contribute to unfairness.

Groupthink: Conformity within groups can discourage individual thought and lead to biased decision-making.

Cognitive Biases: Mental shortcuts or automatic assumptions may influence how people perceive others and make decisions.

Institutional Injustices: System-level issues such as unequal policies or practices perpetuate unfairness.

Past Experiences: People may make judgments based on previous negative interactions with certain individuals or groups.

Emotion-Driven Decision: Acting on strong emotions without rational thought can lead to biased behavior.

Entitlement: Some individuals feel entitled, perceiving fairness as receiving more rather than ensuring everyone is treated equally.