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Letters: 'Reverse racism' a myth

A Richmond News objects to a city councillor's usage of the term "reverse racism"
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A stock image of a person holding a sign that reads "no racism."

Dear Editor,

Re: “Anti-racism motion motivated by press coverage: Richmond council,” Online, April 26.

It is widely acknowledged that “reverse racism” is a form of racism. But many academic journal articles and governmental and civil liberties organizations clearly state that “reverse racism” is a myth.

The power dynamic between “White people” and visible minorities differs. In this case, visible minorities are subject to systemic racism and are the victims of racism.

Alvin Lee

RICHMOND