The other day I was at the bar having one of those conversations that probably should not be held when alcohol is involved. As the discussions continued to escalate, the person I was in a debate with resorted to some low-blows. The only low-blow that bothered me was when I was accused of being a racist. I am not sure why that one really pissed me off, but it did. I know I am often an ass to people, I like being blunt and I’m not afraid to say my mind… but I do not care how someone looks. Seriously, out of ALLL the unique characteristics of someone, I am going pick the color of their skin as the reason I don’t like them? The color of someone is so trivial compared to their character, actions and how they do what they do.
I looked them in their eye and said, “I am not a racist, if I am not going to like someone it is because either I don’t like their character or what they are doing.”
I sometimes think people who call others a racist are sometimes racist themselves. Perhaps by me making that statement I am a racist myself? Although I could give a flying fuck about what someone looks like. Or dresses for that matter… if only I couldn’t be judged for wearing socks & sandals. sigh.
Tags: I am not a racist, racist, Socks & Sandals
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If you judge only by the content of someone’s character, then by definition you can’t be a racist. But, apparently even babies are racist… well, they self-segregate and identify more with people of their own skin color. (http://www.newsweek.com/id/214989/page/1) I thought the article made a more nuanced argument about what is exactly considered racism and why it develops.
As for the sandal thing, I think people just wonder why you would wear shoes with holes when you’re worried about your feet being cold. I’ll have to try it though to see if it’s as comfortable as you say it is.
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Interesting article. And let me know about sock n sandals… it’s addicting.
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1. Everyone is a little bit racist and people tend to self-segregate. I just consider that to be a fact of life. I think as long as you still treat everyone with an equal amount of respect, it’s not a big deal.
2. I remember that time you hated my boyfriend solely because he wore socks and sandals. Just sayin’.
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I never hated your boyfriend, I was just letting him know of society’s view on the subject. :-p
Btw, we need to have another movie night soon.
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