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I have always abhorred the word 'racism.' I never use it.

I don't think many people understand what racism is. The intellectuals use it like toilet paper; it's something they can use. It's not something they live.

Nobody wants to be racist and I think that most people aren't.

But, on the other hand, I get bored with racism too and recognize that there are still many things to be said about a Black person and a White person loving each other in a racist society.

It's pretty awful being told you're a racist.

Everyone is so terrified of being labeled a racist.

I - listen, racism - being a racist is the worst thing you can say about somebody. I mean, it is such a charged accusation. And I really think people should be very careful before they level that.

I sometimes feel that racism is getting worse.

I think the truth is, we are all racist, really, when it comes down to it. I think all of us have to check ourselves from time to time, and say, 'Look, that sort of attitude isn't good enough.' It takes discipline to keep our prejudices out.

People sometimes hold themselves back because they want to use racism as an excuse for them not being able to achieve what they want to achieve.