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  • “I’m not racist”: Common claim after racial slurs

    05/23/2013 1:55:33 PM PDT · by Olog-hai · 70 replies
    Associated Press ^ | May 23, 2013 4:17 PM EDT | Jesse Washington
    It’s almost a cliché. First, someone talking about blacks makes reference to fried chicken, watermelon, monkeys or dogs—or even uses the indefensible N-word. Then, along with the inevitable apology, comes the kicker: I’m not racist. The latest denial is from golfer Sergio Garcia. Asked a joking question about having dinner with his adversary Tiger Woods, Garcia said: “We will serve fried chicken.” He later apologized for what he called a “silly remark,” then added, “but in no way was the comment meant in a racist manner.” … “I think it’s human nature that if you’re a racist, you don’t want...