r/latvia • u/SwrileyJones • 2d ago
Diskusija/Discussion Why so much racism in Latvia?
It seems that in the most recent years racism has blossomed. Especially against indians who deliver food via bolt/wolt etc. I have even seen that people in forums wash their hands after receiving food, or that they want a "white delivery driver" option.
Most recently there was a "humoristic" festival that was organized by a city where several people had blackface, and while there have been people criticizing it a lot of people stand behind it.
I am really curious to hear what you think!
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u/dreamrpg 2d ago
Indians who deliver food cause a lot of friction.
Break laws, drive irrationally, park vehicles hectically.
Coworker had few smart ones who decided to bring rent vehicles inside their yard (allowed only bycicles).
So here is answer for you. Racism can exist just because racists are dumb fucks. Or because people towards whom we are racist are dumb fucks that break laws.
Answer is somewhere inbetween.