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"What a Shocker! Curry Dreams and the Reality of Racism"

 

"What a Shocker! Curry Dreams and the Reality of Racism"


Well, what can I say? What a shocker, eh? I didn’t see it coming! I genuinely thought we’d have our first Indian black lady—a clever one who speaks with decorum, coherence, and would definitely do what she promised without causing all this fear, retribution, tears, anger, and division like never before. But I was wrong, and so were many others.

People are currently navigating the five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. It’s a right rollercoaster! I know we’ll deal with this as best we can, but, blimey, it’s tough. The racism is absolutely off the charts! Just today, I saw someone tell a bloke with a prominent accent that he’d be deported soon. What on earth is going on? These are wild times!

And I’m not saying this just for me—I’m genuinely shocked. Kamala Harris did nothing wrong, and now everyone seems to be playing the blame game. It’s all a bit much, isn’t it? We’ll get through this, and so will she. Honestly, I was looking forward to the White House smelling of curry!

I’m particularly worried about the rampant racism; it’s downright scary. My lovely blue-eyed friends have been texting me, all chipper, saying, “I’m super happy!” But their reasons for voting for who they did seem to boil down to wanting to see their America back—middle class flourishing and all that, with more money for them and no wars, thank you very much. Now, why are they sending me this drivel? Oh, I know why! They’re justifying their choices to me, saying it’s nothing personal—I’m still lovely as a brown person, but it’s all the others. Nice one, you lot!

On a brighter note, my UK friends have been incredibly supportive and helping me through this, knowing I’m hard-working and accomplished but also that I can’t stand hatred, especially racism. I feel so lucky to have them. If you’re feeling the weight of it all, find someone you can talk to—someone who shares your views and enjoys a good hug. It really helps!

I’ve gained so much respect for my African American friends and my black mates in the UK. I love them all and truly understand now what systemic racism all is about. I get how they’ve been demeaned and why they’re always on guard, ready to be ostracized. This isn’t just their experience anymore; it’s mine too. I get you.

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