Famous quote by Iris Chang

Racism is always there underneath, but usually it is exploited in these times of economic crisis, and its hard to find o

"Racism is always there underneath, but usually it is exploited in these times of economic crisis, and it's hard to find out when one slides into another"

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This quote by Iris Chang talks to the concept that bigotry is constantly present in society, but it is often exacerbated throughout times of economic hardship. Racism can be used as a tool to divide people and distract from the real problems at hand. It can be tough to distinguish when economic issues end up being racial concerns, as the two are frequently intertwined. Racism can be used to blame particular groups for economic issues, and this can result in additional marginalization and discrimination. It is very important to recognize the role that racism plays in recessions, and to work to deal with the underlying problems that add to them. By doing so, we can work to create a more fair and just society for all.

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Iris Chang

This quote is written / told by Iris Chang between March 28, 1968 and November 9, 2004. She was a famous Historian from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.
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