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US Doctor Schools Racists After Being Told to 'Go Back to India' for Wearing Bindi

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An Indian-American doctor has spoken out against racism after a viral video showed her being abused for wearing a bindi. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of racial harassment in the US.

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US Doctor Schools Racists After Being Told to 'Go Back to India' for Wearing Bindi

An Indian-American doctor has become an unlikely hero after a viral video showed her being abused for wearing a bindi. The doctor, who has not been named, was filmed being told to 'go back to India' by a group of people who disapproved of her traditional Indian headpiece. In a powerful response, the doctor stood up for herself and her culture, explaining the significance of the bindi and the importance of respecting diversity. The incident has sparked a wider conversation about racism and harassment in the US, with many people coming forward to share their own experiences of being targeted for their cultural background.

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