ABC News Primetime What Would You Do? Reacting to Racists and Bullies

Thursday, November 18th, 2010 at 1:32 am

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ABC News Primetime What Would You Do? Reacting to Racists and Bullies

When people see a situation that cries out for action, do they step in, back away or just walk on by? Using hidden cameras, “What Would You Do?” sets up everyday scenarios and then captures people’s reactions. Whether they’re compelled to act or mind their own business, ABC News reports on their split-second – and often surprising – decision-making process.Scenarios include:-Based on the real-life experiences of a devout Muslim woman living in west Texas, we find out what happens when a Muslim woman wearing a veil is denied service by the owner of a popular bakery. Who will come to her defense, and who will support the owner who wants to kick her out?-Finding a parking space is a common inconvenience for many drivers, one that’s often compo