"racism of low expectations" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of racism + soft bigotry of low expectations. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|racism|soft bigotry of low expectations}} Blend of racism + soft bigotry of low expectations Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} racism of low expectations (uncountable)
  1. A form of racial discrimination where certain racial groups are held to lower standards because of an implicit belief that they are less capable. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Racism Related terms: soft bigotry of low expectations
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