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There a thousands of people out there cracking jokes about each other and 9/10 times they are racist jokes. There are more than plenty of therapy groups that one could go to. There are hotlines open at any time of the day to call and they are willing to help all kinds of victims struggling with racism. There is always a cure. Instead of promoting racism, they should promote what could be done about it.
Examples of Racism?
Damage of possessions or symbols associated with further races such as mosques, synagogues, and grave sites. Singling out an individual for superior scrutiny for no other reason other than their race in places such as shopping malls or at border crossing for reasons of safety, security, public safety. Rejecting to appoint an individual due to their race. Rejecting to assist an individual in a restaurant or hotel because of their race. Being called racist names or making jokes about people because of their race.
What is Racism?
Prejudgment that one race is superior to other races. Judgment or insulting behavior and act in the direction of one or more races. The impression that theories or policies that are diverse in the midst of races mean the superiority of a number of races. A policy or a system that encourages racism. Intolerance of one or more races. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men are created equal". Martin Luther King Jr.
Some things to do
1. Display respect and be compassionate to everyone. 2. Remember lyrics and actions matter. 3. Absorb how racism hurts each of us. 4. Say no to racist jokes and behavior. 5. Speak up when you see or hear of someone hurt by racism. 6. Stay safe. 7. Accept and respect diversity. 8. Be proud of who you are. 9. Help produce a world in which we all belong. 10. Know that you can make a difference.
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