On Reflection

Othering: any action by which an individual or group becomes mentally classified in somebody's mind as "not one of us". Rather than always remembering that every person is a complex bundle of emotions, ideas, motivations, reflexes, priorities, and many other subtle aspects, it's sometimes easier to dismiss them as being in some way less human, and less worthy of respect and dignity, than we are.

So, putting this politely, in light of yesterdays thoroughly depressing wake up call event; Who is othering Who?