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This is NOT directed at any one person…

(and not intended to offend)
Throughout my life I’ve occasionally heard people, when explaining that they’re not racially biased say, "I’m colorblind".

I don’t think it’s necessary to ‘not see’ color, because there’s [b]nothing wrong[/b] with people being different colors, and obviously it’s a part of nature. Many animals come in various colors, why [b]shouldn’t[/b] human beings ?

There’s nothing wrong with noticing it (because we all do, honestly)—and being fine with it.

And not judging people negatively or fearing them because of it.
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Bumbles · 51-55, M
At work, I definitely cease noticing someone is a person of color once I speak to them a couple of times. For many jobs, it's the opposite, which is a kind of racism. I notice if someone is white in that case. Where jobs are typically held by a latino, for example, I don't "notice" at all. Again, a kind of racism.
@Bumbles I’m not sure I understand.
Bumbles · 51-55, M
@bijouxbroussard I'll notice if a new co-worker is black for example, but only once or twice. Further, if I meet an employee at work who is white in a custodian position I'll notice if they are white, but not if they are Latino, for example.
@Bumbles Do you expect a Latino to be a janitor, but not a white person ? 🙁
Bumbles · 51-55, M
@bijouxbroussard No, I just won't take note if a custodian is Latino because they make up most of the custodial staff.
@Bumbles Oh, okay, I see.