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The Theme Of Discrimination In Cheryl Peck's 'Fatso'

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In Cheryl Peck’s “Fatso”, Peck recalls that many people told her that she had no idea what it was like to be discriminated against because she is a privileged white woman. Contrary to their beliefs, Peck experienced discrimination more than most people thought. She stated that people would treat her differently because of her weight. Anyone can be discriminated against, so for someone to tell this woman that she must have never experienced it is impractical. Race and economic status are not the only characteristics that are being prejudiced
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