Misinterpretation Of Prejudice And Racism

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The second scene starts with John reading a complaint written by Carol, which accused him of being sexist, racist, elitist and offered a good grade for visits to his office. John again starts in a deigning tone and tries to placate Carol by describing her misinterpretation of the events that transpired in their previous meeting. She informs him that she is being supported by “The Group,”, which is assisting her in her complaint. John can't discourage her from proceeding with the sexual harassment charges, and he grabs her arm to get her attention and keep her from leaving while he pleads his case with her yet again. But, she screams for him to let go of her, and the second scene ends.

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