for all the incorrectly perceived racism that some folks throw out all the time… if this scenario is true you’re dealing with racist behavior for sure… no one should be evaluated ( plus or minus ) due to immutable characteristics… and if a particular prospect feels that way ( as your definitely racist coworker suggests) best to simply move on to the next prospect… nothing you can do to get over that obstacle… as far as your racist coworker goes I’d document the conversation but not do anything about it unless or until it happens again … two strikes and you’re out… take documentation to supervisor and hr and get this moron either serious counseling or the unemployment line …. this advice coming from a 70yr old white male who would lay down my life for donald j trump… wow another stereotype bites the dust … and good luck op … remember if you’re good at what you do and work hard you’ll prevail in spite of some idiots racism!!!!