what do you do about racial remarks towards you?
138600
Remarks and jusgments are part of the world we live in.\n\nIf its not about your color it will be your accent\nIf its not your nationality then it will be your religion\nIf its not your religion then it will be you ideological views\nIf its not .....\n\nIf the remark hits something that objectively penalize your work or creates prejudice against (and sometimes for) then you need to address it as an issue and not a personal comment.\n\nMy suggestion is take not of it, don't answer back or stay respectful by consuming it... Add the comments, if you here others living the same thing, than add those up, make sure your owm conduct is flawless...  \n\nThen always be prepared to present something with facts and how it affects your work or whatever environment you are in. Let him or her shout themselves in the foot. Be patient and be also ready to let go (forgive) I find that for many, ignorance is the fondation of such comments. Continue to act kindly (Not Gullibly) and learn about yourself, as when it hurt, who is hurt and why.\n\nSuccessful people are good communicators and they are able to discern and THEN discriminate what is important from what needs your attention.\n\nThe future of humanity will be in are capacity to communicate with each other. This is a great time to learn.\n\nGood luck !
402711
I have a pretty bad knee jerk reaction to those sorts of things and it's hard for me to keep from answering their questions. I think the best thing to do is just not answer them at all. These guys (or gals) really do get a kick out of that kind of stuff and are amused at all the stupid white people (or what ever kind of people) that don't think their bigoted opinion is the truth. It seems to just reinforce their beliefs. know what I'm gonna try and ignore them, but I know I won't always be able to help myself. \nThat said, I know I've probably said some pretty sarcastic or inflammatory remarks in some of my answers but to attack a person for their beliefs is not the same as attacking someone for something that they can't change (like skin color or a physical or mental disability) PEOPLE CAN ALWAYS CHANGE THEIR BELIEFS. Let's just hope more of the bigots and racists of the world change theirs.
1017871
Drop the ghetto slang, speak with confidence and clarity, Ask your questions and ignore the people who want to insult you.\n(report abuse really works) and people will respect you.\n{Here and in the real world}
1158062
there are two options that i would recommend-\n1. just let it go and ignore them, but maybe smile a little when they insult you and you walk away.  it makes them wonder what was funny.\n2. learn some really good comebacks.  not necessarily stock ones like "oh yeah?  well you're ugly!" but something more creative.  have fun with it.  be insulting.  what are they gonna do, report you?\ndon't fight them.  there's no reason to.
895966
I don't know where you live but wherever it is I think it's turning you into a very hostile person... just because you may be getting negative comments in your life, where you are now, does not mean everyone feels that way.\n\nI think you just have to come down a little because maybe it's not your race that turns people off... maybe it's your attitude, not everybody is attracted to everyone and you can't take it so personally.
97437
Just say "That wasn't nice." when they say something harsh. Maybe they don't realize it.\n\nOtherwise, get new friends.
1067609
Just ignore them.  The only reason they keep doing this is because you are reacting.  If you quit giving them any change in your facial expression and quit saying anything to them about it and maybe just give them a laugh and walk off, they will stop.
1053732
Try not toe be prejudice. Think before speak. Try to rid yourself of all racist thoughts and don't read a book by its cover.
756173
I don't get them often but when I do they are big time hate mail.Ive had my life and my dogs life threatened on here.It doesn't bother me.The race card is the only one they can play and it just doesn't work on me.Those that know me on here ,know I am not a racists ,I never make crud,racial remarks.I do support my stand against with facts and links to back up what I say.I don't like the name calling.It takes any validity from your question,and turns it into only an insult.Just shake it off ,don't let their hate mail get to you.You know how you are inside and that's all that matters.Just ignore them,that's the best thing.We all get them.:)  Both sides do.
1013905
Be who you are.  Learn to let it slide off you.  When someone insults you, either don't answer at all, or shrug like so what.  You don't have to make excuses for who you are, or feel bad about it.
938942
Say you're prejudiced against all races. ;)
826435
Whoa!  Calm down, you are borderline irate with all your capitals and ***'s.  Just because people aren't like you (your sense of humor, your personality, etc...) doesn't mean you need to dislike them.  Open up your eyes and realize that it is not a race issue, but maybe it's a type of person issue in which the person could really be just about any race.  Give people a break.  Give us the same courtesy you'd like given to you.
306125
Well you can say it because as you said you have the right to say anything you like.  Just keep in mine they have the right to get angry as you do if someone called you something your not. I'm not saying it right I’m say that's the way it is.  Now being of African descent it would offend me greatly if some called me that in fact when my friend uses to I would tell them I’m not a nig anything, call me by my name or just don't call me.  Now why they do it is the same reason that people call themselves Christian today. Although both roots are from a negative origin, they have chosen to uses it as an expression to communicate some fellowship and commonest with Christ or in the African American community with each other.  So, I hope you understand my answer, once again I think it is stupid to identify yourself with a word your enemy came up with or mispronounce to identify you with but hah that just my opinion.\n\n\n\nLet me first say I called myself of African descent, so not all Americans of African decent call themselves African-Americans.  No as far as them being black and your and other Europeans being white is just foolishness. Just look in a mirror one day wearing a white T-shirt then you'll see what color you truly are. The so-called "black-man" is not black as far as the color of his skin goes but dark brown.  Not every one of us call our women ho.. Or Biches, and other degrading name just like not all Americans of many so-call races, call their women out of their names.  From personal experience I have heard some so-call white friend of mine call not only their girlfriend biches to their faces, but their mothers as well. Now would you think its' true or fair to assume or teach that all so-called white people call their parents out of their just because those idiots did?  There are many people of many “different colors of skin” who do not show their parents the popper respect they deserver as parents?  Would it not be wrong to say because some do it all do it?  Come on let not be so blinded by the media propaganda.  Now as far as abusers of social programs go, I’m sorry but the greatest abusers of social programs where by the same grope who started them.  Started for "white" by "whites" not others.  Hope you have a nice day.  No offence intended.
530737
Yes, now what are WE going to do about it. wait until a fight here breaks out. Some stupid racial war, or get off our butts and stop it NOW ...
404502
Double standards.\nAnd they can insult you for being white but then insist it's not racist.
958591
Well as you know, Black people rarely stick together.  According to our ancestry, we are all African by birth.\n\nI would suggest contacting the principal of the school and the other child's parents to have a sit down to rectify this situation.  Let the child know that is totally uncalled for.\n\nFurthermore, I would suggest that the child being slurred try to ignore the comments.  Easier said than done, but if one ignores foolish acts, it makes life a little easier.
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Hey I don't mind...  Let everyone speak their mind.  If it's negative then let everyone see it.  If it's mean, let everyone see who is mean.  \nDon't be offended.  \nIf a streaker runs down the street.  It's no reflection on you.  Don't be offended by it.   \nIf someone wants to spew hatred, let them speak and their words will show everyone who is the hater.  It's no reflection on you.  Don't take it personal.  We can all make judgements on who is doing wrong and who is doing right.\nThey must persuade us to change our minds and we must do the same.  If they choose to spew evil, that doesn't sound convincing or inviting for me to agree with them.  They won't win any friends or change any minds that way.  \nYou just continue to be nice and you will start to make a difference in the world, one person at a time...