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Originally Posted by Russ
I would argue than any measures/gestures to “reduce” racism have spectacularly failed. Given how anyone who has an online presence believes that gives hem the right to be heard I’d say racism is just as bad today than it’s ever been.
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I don't think racism can be as bad as it's ever been. There was a time where there were 'no blacks, no Irish' signs when a black footballer was a point of contention and got abuse from the stands and the Brixton riots were only 40 years or so.
Yes, social media has emboldened people but these are cowards hiding being anonymous IDs from anywhere in the world. This is also the very thing the current discussion is aimed at addressing. The fact it's sparked such a reaction and is universally supported by the tabloid press and a majority of the public shows it is better IMO.