Client made a comment that feels racially insensitive. I was stunned and didn't address it in the moment. Do I bring it up now, or let it go?

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I think it depends how racially insensitive it was, like is it a matter of perception?

Let me clarify, like for instance, was it racially insensitive, because they use the term black instead of African-American?

I’ve found I get more hurt when I bring it up because the person reacts poorly and then I have to deal with the consequences. I think also depends on if you share the identity w the group in question eg. I’d have an easier time standing up for someone who is Asian because I see that as being ally vs black racism is too close to home

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