racism of low expectations

noun

Etymology

Blend of racism + soft bigotry of low expectations.

Definitions

  1. A form of racial discrimination where certain racial groups are held to lower standards…

    A form of racial discrimination where certain racial groups are held to lower standards because of an implicit belief that they are less capable.

    • The pain and suffering that racism, including the unconscious and thus insidious racism of low expectations has historically caused and continues to cause, in the lives of Americans of Color […]

The neighborhood

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