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Zachs first impression rose winner had defended a teen in blackface.
The sophomore was told to wear the costume by upperclassmen as part of an initiation ceremony.
Despite the negative pre-premiere exposure, Greer still impressed Zach, earning hisfirst impression rose.
In a recent interview with Bustle, the Bachelor explained more about their quick connection.
The whole night is chaotic.
You get so wrapped up in your own head, Zach explained.
Thats something I was needing that night.
GreersBachelorjourney got a bit rockier from there, though, andZach sent her homejust prior to Hometown Dates.
Its not about the intent; its about the impact.
And this acquaintance of mine that I knew performing blackface was racist.
Me defending it was racist.
My ignorance was racist.
And Im just so ashamed.
Im just deeply sorry that I hurt the Black community.
Kira Banks, a professor and diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant.
Before you speak, think.
Before you say something that could .
I dont want to excuse it.
This article was originally published onJan.
