Rassilists

Rassilists are individuals who subscribe to a belief system that posits the existence of distinct human races, each possessing inherent biological and often behavioral differences. This viewpoint typically emphasizes perceived genetic or physiological disparities between racial groups as foundational to human identity and social organization. Rassilists may believe these differences are significant enough to warrant distinct social or political structures, or to explain varying levels of societal achievement or capability.

The concept of race as understood by rassilists is often based on observable physical characteristics such as skin color, hair texture, and facial features, which are then interpreted as markers of underlying, immutable racial categories. These categories are frequently viewed as hierarchical, with some races considered superior to others. The origins and validity of these racial classifications are a central tenet, often drawing on selective interpretations of history, anthropology, or biology.

Historically, rassilist ideologies have been used to justify social stratification, discrimination, and oppression. Contemporary discussions around rassilism often engage with scientific perspectives that challenge the biological basis of race as a discrete and rigidly defined concept, instead highlighting the complex genetic variation within and between human populations and the social construction of racial categories.