Chapter 1: The Group Mentality of Bigotry

It appears that those with prejudiced views often prefer to act in groups. This collective behavior seems to embolden their racist attitudes. I can't help but think how I would confront them if they were alone; my instinct would be to respond with force. However, I choose to maintain my composure and simply walk past, all the while glaring at their ignorance.

Young, white men in a vehicle, shouting slurs as they drive by in my neighborhood, are a familiar sight. I’ve lived here for almost two decades, and the demographic of our community has consistently been low in diversity. It seems that since the Trump era, there has been an increase in such overt hostility.

This latest group of young men has caught my attention. I hope they reside nearby because I am certain I will encounter them again, possibly with their parents. Our community is small, and at the next homeowners’ meeting or local event, I won’t hesitate to inform their guardians about their behavior. With technology at my fingertips, I can easily document their actions with a quick snapshot on my iPhone.

In the past, I encountered a young white teenager who, while with his mother selling candy for a school fundraiser, crossed paths with me. It felt like a dose of karma. I informed his mother about the derogatory remarks her son had made, and unsurprisingly, I did not purchase any candy. Following that incident, I never saw his companions again. One encounter was sufficient.

These young men seem to forget that they share this community with me. They get swept up in the mob mentality. I have all the time in the world to confront them again. Life is a sequence of choices, and when I witness their poor decisions, I will be sure to let their families know what kind of individuals they are raising.

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Chapter 2: Personal Reflections on Racism

Toni Crowe, who previously served as Vice President of Operations, has transitioned to a full-time writing career. She is the author of six books, two of which received the 2019 Reader’s Choice Gold Awards. Her acclaimed business book, “Bullets and Bosses Don’t Have Friends: How Do You Manage A Man Sitting With His Dick in His Hand?” is among the award winners, alongside her debut novel, “Never a $7 Whore.”

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