I would argue that we have a generation of young people, particularly minorities, who are no longer putting up with the kinds of things their parents put up with. They're much more self-confident. It's no longer acceptable to make fun of people because of race or sex. But it has always been present in American society.

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This quote emphasizes the idea that the current younger generation, especially minority groups, is less willing to tolerate the same injustices and discrimination that their parents had endured. These young people possess more self-assurance and refuse to accept the mocking or prejudice based on race or gender that has historically persisted in American society. The quote suggests that although societal issues of discrimination have always been prevalent, there is now a shift towards greater awareness and a rejection of such behavior.

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