Perceived racism

[Shad]

So, you can only see a woman being offended by that?

No. As I said there are other contexts which it can be seen as offensive. A power dynamic as per authority. Bosses, teachers and parents for example all of which have a level of authority over someone. The gesture can be used in a menacing way when a reprimand is involved. Although that is usually tipped off due to a facial expressing along with the gesture.

I think in China the gesture is considered offense as it about a power dynamic. At least before Americanization due to media.

 

[SoyLeche]

No. As I said there are other contexts which it can be seen as offensive. A power dynamic as per authority. Bosses, teachers and parents for example all of which have a level of authority over someone. The gesture can be used in a menacing way when a reprimand is involved. Although that is usually tipped off due to a facial expressing along with the gesture.

I think in China the gesture is considered offense as it about a power dynamic. At least before Americanization due to media.

Still not sure why any “ism” is necessarily involved here. She could have been offended for any number of reasons that have nothing to do with race, sex, age, etc.

 

[Shad]

Still not sure why any “ism” is necessarily involved here. She could have been offended for any number of reasons that have nothing to do with race, sex, age, etc.

I explored the reasons I know of and give my opinion regarding which one I think is the cause. Age is about authority via seniority. Race is not evident in the OP. Sex does as many gesture used in mating habits are now seen in a negative light.

 

[Twilight Hue]

I don’t see where sexism comes into play either.

"Come here big boy".

Something like that maybe?