Why aren’t black people called racists when they hate white people? Can people of color be racist?

Racism comes in many forms and yes, it is possible for anyone to hold destructive beliefs and attitudes toward other racial groups. Those who hold the belief that only whites can be racists are referring to a traditional understanding of racism that believes that only whites, as the dominant group, have the power to destroy or cause harm to others who are not white. Getting to We is about understanding that there are many forms of racism and making sure you are on the same page with the other person when you are talking about racism.