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The "brown paper bag test" was a historical form of colorism used in some African American institutions, such as Howard University, to determine social eligibility based on skin tone. This topic was explored in depth on the "Mo Facts with Adam Curry" podcast, illustrating that internal racial prejudices have a long and complex history.
A listener and federal contractor reports that "brown bag lunches" are being banned in some government workplaces due to perceived racist connotations. The "brown bag test" was historically used to compare skin tones in the African American community. The hosts express skepticism about the extent of the ban but discuss the "trickle-down madness" of bureaucracy and political correctness.
