IT’S BASICALLY ALWAYS A HOAX: Hoax confirmed: ‘Whites Only’ sign at UW-Madison was part of protest for ‘underrepresented students.’

The administration waved off the possibility it was a hoax in its first response to the signs, tweeting that it “stands against hate and racism” and was investigating the “racist” signs. One commenter quickly raised the hoax possibility.

Two hours later the administration abruptly reversed itself, saying the signs were not actually racist.

It can’t be racist if it’s being used to promote an approved message.