So for over 2 years now I have worked for this family owned business.. For much of the time I worked with these people, I've put up with “lighthearted” jokes about my race from my boss. I have made it clear I do not like it multiple times and for awhile it actually subsided. (Coworkers have also taken part in these “jokes” after seeing the boss do it.) My boss made an out of pocket statement today which I didn't appreciate. So I mentioned to him that I noticed he stopped making these jokes for a long time and I appreciated that. But having grown up in an area where I am absolutely in the minority, I have dealt with this since grades school. I mention that I felt like I deserved more respect because I show full respect to my boss but feel like I am constantly walked over. Then my bosses' wife (other boss) interjects, “It's just a joke don't take it to heart.. “blah blah then she continues, ” I feel that my employess disrespect me all the time. You just have to deal with it..”
I don't know if this is the right sub for this but what do you all think of my situation? Am I being too sensitive like they seem to believe? Or am I right in feeling they aren't being fair ?
Anyways thanks for reading if you made it this far and if you have questions I'm willing to share more details relevant to my post