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Originally Posted by HurricaneHeather
Yeah, I probably shouldn't assume that. I just see a pattern within my company that leads me to believe that my chances are slim.  |
I think another thing that makes it difficult for blacks is the general assumption that in the workplace...they got the job because they are black.
Person A: "We all know how HE got the job (wink wink)"
Person B: "He graduated from Cornell and has his Masters from NYU"
Person A: "We all know how HE got into those schools (wink wink)"
(Black guy approaches)
Person A: Hey how bout those Knicks!!
Black guy: Didn't catch it...heard it was a great game though. Everyone I bump into keeps bringing up basketball games. Well gotta go...have a meeting and all...
(black guy walks away)
Person A: He's nice guy. Totally different from the rest of them
Person B: Shouldn't you be working?