Mr.Jones thinks Italian Americans are involved in some way or another in organized crime.Upon reading in the newspaper about the indictment of several Italian Americans for alleged Mafia activities, he comments to his wife, "You see, they're all involved in organized crime." This is a case of:

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Mr. Jones's comment is an example of selective perception, where he notices and remembers events that fit his preconceived notions about Italian Americans and organized crime, while likely ignoring evidence that contradicts his beliefs.

MrJones Thinks Italian Americans Are Involved in Some Way or Another