Let people know that racist comments are not OK. If you are not comfortable or do not feel safe being confrontational, try to break down their thought process and ask questions. For example, that joke doesn’t make sense to me, could you explain it? Or you may be kidding, but this is what it means when you say that type of thing. Do not be afraid to engage in conversations with loved ones, coworkers, and friends. Microaggressions, which canopy are in the farm off racist jokes are statements, PERPETUATE and normalize biases and prejudices. Remember that not saying anything- or a laughing along- implies that you agree.
He was trying to warn Romeo to be cautious. The "violent delights" that he feels love for Juliet could be equally violent, just like a simple spark could make gunpowder go off.
