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Chickenmoons t1_j0nlxev wrote

All the dress codes boil down to the same thing. Be White.

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Rollingrexross OP t1_j0o34eo wrote

A bunch of years ago I didn’t get in, in a tshirt

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gleepgloopgleepgloop t1_j0pk7hk wrote

This was downvoted for providing an example of the dress code applying equally across races. I guess it does not fit the rva reddit narrative.

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RockinIntoMordor t1_j0rchiu wrote

Race and class tend tov serve the same interests, and so if it isn't one, it's often the other.

Rules are never 100% but a system doesn't need to be 100% effective to be the dominating force in our lives.

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ExtremeHobo t1_j0rl8yi wrote

I was also denied over 10 years ago because I am a (white) dork. I technically passed the states dress code but I didn't push it.

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PT_On_Your_Own t1_j0nucw0 wrote

Can you elaborate / explain this statement?

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Rollingrexross OP t1_j0o676i wrote

Yes, i wore a tshirt during the summer, and as a white man. Did not get it

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AndThenThereWasQueso t1_j0o6chu wrote

Is it not clear enough? Tobacco Company is known for being racist AF and using their BS dress code to profile and not allow people in.

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Chickenmoons t1_j0p8rjh wrote

One of the most predictable things about Reddit is the willful ignorance of the obvious when it comes to racism and sexism. Every damn time.

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memorex00 t1_j0qguat wrote

AP Hill statue? Racist AF! Take it down!

Tobacco Co. and its “dress code”. What are you talkin’ ‘bout, Willis?

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PT_On_Your_Own t1_j0prvb3 wrote

I don’t get how a dress code is racist?

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AndThenThereWasQueso t1_j0q87la wrote

It’s racist when you only enforce it when it comes to particular people.

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PT_On_Your_Own t1_j0qludq wrote

Not trying to be intentionally ignorant here, but how do people selectively choose to enforce dress code standards? Could you share an example or story that happened so I can understand better?

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AndThenThereWasQueso t1_j0qmn3f wrote

It’s not that difficult. Having a dress code for example that says “no logos” but only barring entry for certain individuals who have logos on their shirts. Racism exists, I know it’s hard for you to believe.

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PT_On_Your_Own t1_j0rct8p wrote

You mean like a Nike logo check mark is good to go, but an Air Jordan logo is a no go?

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Zodimized t1_j0tdbsn wrote

No, like a white dude wearing a Nike logo still gets in while they stop a black dude for having the same logo.

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ngmorock t1_j0z8gwk wrote

Clubs/bars in shockoe used to (I haven't been in years but I'm sure it's the same) post signs about "dress code" with things like "no fitted hats, no cheetah print leggings, no baggy jeans, no gold chains, no air Jordans" which was very clearly targeting a specific demographic. Then you'd go in and there'd be white guys walking around in flip flops, ball caps, and dingy tee shirts. The dress code in those places has always been about keeping certain kinds of people out, not about appearances.

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