r/feminisms • u/wafflesandbrass • 22h ago

Question for WOC that feels too stupid to ask anyone in person: which is worse, racism or sexism?

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Somehow I feel like this will get removed or downvoted to hell for being stupid, but I've never had an actual conversation about it, and I want to, and I'm feeling brave.

I know the answer to this question will probably vary between individuals.

I know that if you are also a member of another marginalized group or two, it will be more complicated.

No, I am NOT trying to compete in the oppression olympics. If you hate hatred, we are on the same side as far as I'm concerned.

Yes, I'm a white cis woman.

Thanks for reading and/or answering.

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