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Originally Posted by burkhartdesu
It's not wrong to stereotype (in the general sense) -- because it IS human nature after all.
You should know this more than anyone, considering you're a lesbian. People stereotype gay people all the time, but gayness, as well as racial-attraction, are simply primitive, subconscious, psychological tools.
Personally I think MMM is being rather cordial, all things considered. Just because he nullified your argument doesn't mean he was being "rude"
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Racism is also human nature. To oppress others is also human nature. Stereotyping stems from both. When used negatively, such as in this instance, stereotyping is wrong. And honestly, I can't think of an instance when it's a positive thing to stereotype one person.
I'm not a lesbian, I'm bisexual - but I guess that doesn't matter. I'm interested - can you elaborate on what you mean when you say "simply primitive, subconscious, psychological tools"?
I have no idea if MMM is being cordial or not right now. Because of a previous incident (which is where I got the opinion that he can be pretty rude at times), I'd decided that I wouldn't read anymore of his posts when I'm in the middle of a discussion like this one. It's just to prevent an argument.