No need to say something like, “I’m not a bigot, but…” This shows you’ve at least registered their name-calling. You know such an allegation is ridiculous, and you don’t need to dignify it with a response. Simply continue to kindly, humbly, but confidently stand your ground. It may be that this conversation planted a seed in them that won’t blossom until much later on.
Note to self: Don't register!
