Hey friends! 😊 Let’s have a chat about something really important: the words we use and how they can affect others.
Recently, a TV show called “Love Island USA” had to remove one of its stars, Cierra Ortega, because she used a hurtful word on social media that upset many people in the Asian community. Even though she might not have meant to hurt anyone, her words still did.
Words like “ch***y” are not okay to use. They are slurs, which are mean words that have been used to hurt people for a long time. Sometimes, people don’t realize that these words are bad because they hear others use them or they don’t know the history behind them.
Another contestant was also removed for using a racist word against Black people. But some people reacted differently to these two situations, which shows that sometimes, people don’t take anti-Asian hate as seriously as other forms of racism.
It’s important for all of us to understand that any kind of racism or hate is wrong. Just like we wouldn’t want someone to say mean things about us or our friends, we shouldn’t say hurtful things about others.
So, what can we do?
- Learn: Educate ourselves about different cultures and why certain words are hurtful.
- Think Before We Speak: Make sure our words are kind and don’t hurt others.
- Stand Up: If we hear someone using mean words, we can tell them it’s not okay.
Remember, we all have the power to make the world a better place by spreading kindness and understanding. Let’s choose our words wisely and treat everyone with respect! 🌟
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
