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AndThenThereWasQueso t1_j0q87la wrote

Reply to comment by PT_On_Your_Own in Tobacco co by Rollingrexross

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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