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> but just because it’s a stereotype doesn’t mean it’s false. I always thought stereotypes arise because they're commonly observed behaviours within a social g

> but just because it’s a stereotype doesn’t mean it’s false. I always thought stereotypes arise because they're commonly observed behaviours within a social group?

chongli 4y ago
I think that’s exactly right. Unfortunately, we live in a society where bringing this up is taboo now.
zztop44 4y ago
Sometimes maybe? Sometimes stereotypes arise because of inaccurate portrayals of a group in popular media.