An Asian co-worker made a racist comment

I find this so strange. I'm sure as an Asian person he has experienced racist himself. Can he not see how stupid it is just from that perspective? Very strange to me. And unfortunately it surprised me

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LordShadowfire · 100+, M

I personally know people who have endured racism and hatred, and it made them even more racist toward the people who have hurt them. Racism isn't rational.

bijouxbroussard · F

@LordShadowfire Being racist against those who hurt you at least has a certain logic. Not saying it’s good or productive, but it makes some sense.

But often I’ve seen members of minority groups who are racist against other minority groups, not the mainstream group that may’ve been racist against them.

In fact the dominant culture has used that tendency as a "divide & conquer" tactic to stay on top.

Axeroberts · 56-60, M

@LordShadowfire it certainly isn't rational. And it crosses all barriers. From educated to uneducated and rich to poor

Axeroberts · 56-60, M

@bijouxbroussard jealousy plays a part. But it's usually because the person is generalizing