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The phrase 'Mighty white of you' originated as a moral statement, as white stood for purity and honesty (like wedding dresses).
Over time the racial connotations colored the phrase.
It was used for comic effect in 'The Enforcer', where 'dirty' Harry said it to a group of black militants #TCMParty
Over time the racial connotations colored the phrase.
It was used for comic effect in 'The Enforcer', where 'dirty' Harry said it to a group of black militants #TCMParty
January 1, 2026 at 5:08 PM
The phrase 'Mighty white of you' originated as a moral statement, as white stood for purity and honesty (like wedding dresses).
Over time the racial connotations colored the phrase.
It was used for comic effect in 'The Enforcer', where 'dirty' Harry said it to a group of black militants #TCMParty
Over time the racial connotations colored the phrase.
It was used for comic effect in 'The Enforcer', where 'dirty' Harry said it to a group of black militants #TCMParty