I don't think you are racist. Racism is hatred fueled by fear and ignorance. I think stereotypes should be laughed at. They are a natural way that human beings deal with classifying things that they don't understand. The more they understand a certain group, the more they see how unfounded their stereotypes were. Why be offended at stereotypes that aren't true? When encountered with stereotypes, I like to just prove them wrong with my actions. This is usually much more effective than arguing about the stereotypes, or telling somebody they are ignorant and racist. Then we can both laugh at the stereotype that they once thought was the truth.
The best way to take power out of a stereotype is to laugh at it, then prove it wrong.
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Lord, have mercy on my wicked soul
I wouldn't mistreat you baby, for my weight in gold.
-Son House, Death Letter Blues
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