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The MLB(TM) discrimination against NPB players isn't really based on a belief that Asians are an unappealing race, and in that sense the Jackie situation was importantly different.
Native Asians, those who excel and especially based on work ethic, do face mistrust, cultural bias, and resentment. You'll notice that they aren't included in the progressive agenda towards entitlements and nobody speaks up loudly for them when they face bias.
But I definitely agree that there's got to be a more precise term than 'racism' for the bias that they suffer.
In any case, the discrimination that Ichiro suffered in the clubhouse was not to be understatd, in my opinion. Good stuff Matty my friend.
- Dr D mobile