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Old 01-29-2004, 03:50 PM   #34
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Originally posted by Beestie
[snip]An easy trap to fall into - I don't see it so it must be paranoia on the victim's part.
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The problem that victims of racism need to try their best to avoid is using it as an excuse. To do so is to be nailed twice - the first by chance and the second by choice.
Applause. Very well said.

Work needs to be done on both sides of the fence.

Don't condone racism (or be a racist)
Don't fall into the trap of labeling yourself as a perpetual "victim".

(I've actually seen both sides of the race issue. Most people can't tell what my background is.)

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