i've noticed that there seems to be a missing link between us asians and the caucasians.
just recently reported in the news, three British men had got on to a trishaw that was only meant for two. yet the old man who owned the trishaw did not refuse their absurd actions. instead, he pedalled along the streets. (of orchard? if i'm not wrong) along the way, they mock and make fun of the poor old man who is panting away and trying hard to pedal his vehicle. In the end, when the old man tried to get his payment of $10 from the 3 caucasian men, they offered $5, and then fled off paying nothing. Video here:
yet another thing to be baffled about: how many of you actually know how to answer when an ang-moh comes up to you and says "hey, what's up!" let's list some of the things we singaporeans would say.
but the perfect answer to that question is "Hi" or "Hello", or not saying anything at all. It's meant to be a rhetorical questions. somewhat like a greeting. The majority of the americans would answer "nothin' much" to answer according to the question. makes sense?
finally, the racism towards us asians by the caucasians ( i got this from somewhere)
Common stereotypes:
- All Asians are martial artists: A lot are, but not all.
- Asians have small eyes: Not true, Asians have tighter skin, whilst Europeans have looser skin. This is also true in the eye region. Therefore giving the impression that Asians have smaller eyes when this is not true.
-Asians are short: This is not genetic and not necessarily true. A lot of Asians are short due to diet. It lacks protein and dairy. It is healthier and hence Asians tend to live longer, but it does not promote physical growth as much. However, for Asians with a "Western" diet, they tend to be just as tall, if not taller than their Caucasian counterparts. A lot of the tallest people on earth are Asian. A famous example is NBA star Yao Ming.
- Asians are smart: This stereotype is actually true. Asians have one of the highest average IQ's in the world. The average Asian American IQ is approximately 120, whilst the Average Caucasian American is approximately 100. However the IQ varies greatly for Caucasians and less for Asians. There is a higher percentage of Caucasians with very high IQ's (around 150) than Asians. Although for every Caucasian with an IQ of 150, there are Caucasians with an IQ of only 50.
- All Asians are rich/poor: There is a stereotype that Asians are either really rich or poor third world people. Since the two conflict with each other, it is obvious that neither is true. There are rich and poor Asians, just like rich and poor White and Black people.
- Asian women are submissive, subservient, sex craving, etc. Asian men are dominating, patriarchal, sexist etc: False! Asian women are given a lot of respect and power by Asian men. Asian women can also be materialistic, agressive and dominating (ask any man who has dated an Asian). Many Asian countries treat women as equals and many women keep their surnames. In Asian culture, it is generally accepted that the man does the talking in public and act gentlemanly, whilst the woman has control at home. In Western culture, it is the opposite. Caucasian women are given the impression of power in public, but is often told that the kitchen is her place at home. "A man's home is his castle" is a Western saying. "Women hold up half the heavens" is Asian. There have been no female presidents, but there have been female emperors in Asia.
- All Asians are "blah": False. Half the world's population is Asian. How can "ALL" Asians (approx. 3 billion people) be any particular thing?
Source : "urbandictionary.com"
take russell peters for example. he once mentioned that asian names are made up by dropping pots and pans down the stairs. another caucasian comedian once said something like "asians can't drive cars because their eyes are friggin' small".
