Picture this: you’re in college, trying to focus on your studies, when a fellow student decides to unleash a torrent of racist remarks against you and your faith. What would you do? For one Muslim student in New York, the answer was clear: stand her ground and deliver a comeback that left her attacker in tears. Let’s dive into this dramatic tale of conflict, drama, and emotional impact.
The Unfortunate Connection

Racist Classmate’s Hatred

The Hijab Confrontation

Standing Her Ground

The Islamophobic Rant

Ignoring the Hate

The Clapback

Classmates Weigh In

Seeking Validation

A Quick Note

The Ultimate Clapback: Tears and Drama
In a college classroom in New York, a Muslim student found herself the target of a racist classmate’s 9/11-related rant. After being told to remove her hijab and accused of being responsible for the tragedy, the student tried to defuse the situation by ignoring the hateful remarks. But when the racist classmate insisted she was right, the Muslim student delivered a powerful comeback: “No, I’m just busy texting my DAD.” The classmate left the room in tears, sparking a debate over whether the response was justified. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this emotionally charged situation…
Muslim student stands up against racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant
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Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA

Insensitive comment sparks backlash from readers

NTA commenter acknowledges ESH but supports standing up to racism.

NTA claps back at racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

Muslim student receives support for handling racist classmate’s rant

Muslim student called out for uncalled for clapback. ESH.

ESH: Both parties are at fault. No debate here. ♀️

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA.

Muslim student responds to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant with grace

Defending oneself against racism is not being an a**hole

Muslim student defends against racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA.

Both sides have faults, but girl needs counseling

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 blame game

Empathetic comment on bystander’s inaction in face of racism.

NTA defends Muslim student against racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s hurtful 9/11 comments
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Supportive comment urges action against racist behavior in college

NTA claps back at racist classmate’s 9/11 rant with emotional intelligence

Debate over clapping back at racist classmate ends in ESH.

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA.

NTA comment shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant
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Responding to hate with love is difficult, but worth it ❤️

Racist classmate provoked Muslim student’s 9/11 rant. NTA.

Defending oneself against bullies is NTA.

Engaging clapback shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA

NTA shuts down Islamophobic classmate, calls out cowardly classmates ♀️
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Responding to hate with hate only adds more pain. ESH.

NTA or ESH? Commenter weighs in on 9/11 rant clash

Maintain the high road, but get her some help

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant.

Handling racism with grace and humor, NTA wins the day

NTA calmly handles racist classmate’s 9/11 rant with support system

Sensitive topic: Discussing 9/11 and personal loss in conflict.

Black woman supports Muslim student’s clapback against racist classmate

Racist classmate tries to set up Muslim student, cries instead
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Being kind is important, but sometimes you need to get abrasive

Friend defends against racism, finds humor in clapback.

Army veteran defends Muslim student’s right to wear religious garb

Heartbreaking comment on lack of support against racism in college

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA

Muslim student defends herself against racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant
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Standing up against Islamophobia after 9/11

Standing up to racism: Muslim student not at fault

Muslim student tries to de-escalate racist classmate’s rant, snaps eventually. NTA

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate, NTA.

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant. NTA

Standing up to racism: Muslim student is NTA for clapping back
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NTA claps back at racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

NTA claps back at racist classmate’s 9/11 rant
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Standing up to racism with wit and moral high ground

Classmates failed to defend Muslim student from racist rant

Stand up against racism and report it to the authorities.

NTA. Muslim student defends against Islamophobic rant. Classmates side with harasser.

Standing up to racism: Muslim student justified in clapping back

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate with epic clapback

Humorous comment lightens mood in serious discussion

Muslim student responds to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant, NTA

Muslim student shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant
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NTA shuts down racist classmate’s 9/11 rant with PTSD story

Muslim student stands up to racist classmate’s 9/11 rant
