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Originally Posted by mercedesjin

I'm sorry, this is all I read and that's all I will read. This is the most common comment made by men and women who have privilege in whichever society they live in, and simply do not want to see the oppression created by human society to keep groups of people down economically and emotionally. I've also experienced too many people who simply will not see racism, because that makes them personally feel uncomfortable, and will defend racism to no end - even people who have been oppressed.

I'm sorry if it's offensive that I haven't read or responded to your entire post, but you suggested a few days ago that I pick and choose my battles. I'm definitely not choosing this one. I'm done.

I am sorry you have chosen not to read my post because I address every point you mentioned.

I hoped we could have had a good discussion on this topic, but you have chosen to close the door on a perception you have already decided about a person you know nothing about. (A little like when you said my uses of the word "gays" was condescending.)

I was hoping I could help give you a wider perspective before your departure, but am sorry you have decided this veteran of Japan and veteran of fighting for equality probably before you were even born is not a reliable source of information.

Best to you and I am sure you will find what it is you seek.

EDIT: actually this is the second time I have uses the phrase "racism is wherever you want to find it" with you, but for some reason it didn't seem to bother you the first time.

Again, I hoped we could have had an open discussion about these topics. If the words I use shut down the ability to communicate, then...