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An MTV Decoded segment explained the distinction between "racism" and "colorism," defining the latter as discrimination based on skin tone within specific communities. The segment argued that racism is tied to structural power dynamics, meaning people of color "technically" cannot be racist toward one another, only colorist. The hosts critiqued this as a perversion of logic and a product of identity politics.
Race as Social Construct, Reverse Racism and Cognitive Dissonance
The concept of race as a social construct is discussed alongside the claim that "reverse racism" does not exist because minorities lack institutional power. The commentary argues that these definitions create cognitive dissonance and ignore individual prejudice. The segment suggests this ideology is being taught to children to facilitate a specific power play.
