There is a clear distinction between immigrants, former immigrants and the children of immigrants from non-Western countries, and those who of the dominant ethnic group in Australia. This distinction is imposed by society.
Many Australians are extremely ignorant of non-Westerners in terms of their behavior, thinking, culture and lifestyle. They make the most ridiculous assumptions about non-Westerners.
Asians are assumed to be all the same - hardworking, but insular and negative about others, and not to be trusted because they are too capable
Middle Easterners are assumed to be all the same - Muslim, and insular and narrow-minded, but to be admired for any outstanding achievements because they thought to be are not as capable in the work force.
Africans are assumed to be all the same - refugees, umemployed, of a lower mentaliy and responsible for crime
Aborigines are assumed to be all the same - drunkards, violent, and incapable of finding work
This is the truth about racism, in its latent, hidden form, in Australia.
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