I don't exempt perceptions of bigotry from any other reported phenomena, and I think they're as valid a target for skepticism as any other. Personally, I am li

I don't exempt perceptions of bigotry from any other reported phenomena, and I think they're as valid a target for skepticism as any other. Personally, I am liable to refrain from such discussions because they are universally fruitless, but not because of delicacy. > I feel like I have something to learn from asking, is this something that has happened to you? As a member of a group subject to bigotry, I see exaggerated stories deliberately weaponized, and legitimate critical thought silenced with thought-terminating cliches that include the one under discussion. I also see folks boast "I listen to People of X!", but only paying attention to the most lurid stories, totally ignoring those who report the absence of bigotry. They're motivated by something other than the search for objective truth. I encourage skepticism and independence of thought for all. Your curiosity should include the possibility that they're experiencing something you've never considered, but also the possibility that they're really mistaken, or exaggerating for any number of reasons.