Amongst the most common statements made when one recounts instances of racism in Singapore, or even discusses ethnicity in the first place is, ‘At least minorities here have it better than anywhere else in the world. Can you name me…
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I need to get this off my chest. I was seeing a new doctor yesterday (4th time this month, don’t ask) and she expressed surprise that my name sounded ‘Chinese’ when I’m wearing a hijab (and therefore look like a…
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Hello SMRT, I just encountered a very racist taxi driver, licence plate SHC 4460T today at around 6pm. After I got into the cab, he asked me if I’m Malay. I said no, I’m Indian. He scoffed and said, “No…
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I propose a challenge. Go to town. Ion, 313, Orchard Central, Wisma, Takashimaya – any mall in town. I want you to count how many Malay/Indian men and women featured on the posters. Ok now out of town. Wherever you…
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The other day, it was super hot, and I boarded a super crowded bus from the airport heading home. Me and 2nd boy sat right at the back, left side of the bus. Beside me was a lady (not really…
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