Analysis: Why Looks Are The Last Bastion Of Discrimination

What does it feel like to be a victim of discrimination? Every day many people of the world are discriminated for one thing or another. To explain, discrimination is about people being treated differently from others because they do not fit personal standards of other individuals, or are prejudged simply for who they are. Undoubtedly, not much has changed today. Sadly, I see it getting worse. As compared to three articles, “Why Looks Are the Last Bastion of Discrimination,” by Deborah L. Rhode, “Just Walk On By: A Black Man Ponders His Power to Alter Public Space,” by Brent Staples, and “A Peaceful Woman Explains Why She Carries a Gun,” by Linda M. Hasselstorm, I or my friend have experienced different forms of discrimination for physical appearance, race, and gender. …show more content…
Rhode’s article, “Why Looks Are the Last Bastion of Discrimination,” she mentioned an obese woman who was discriminated for her physical appearance because of her weight. For example, in the article, the obese woman was applying for a job as a bus driver and was denied the position. First, she was sent to a company doctor to see if she was fit for the task. Second, the doctor never performed any agility tests to verify her capabilities. Lastly, the doctor assumed she was not right for the position simply by her physical appearance. Overall, the obese woman was discriminated for her physical appearance and not given the opportunity to prove she was fit for the