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In reply to the discussion: "Let's work to end racial discrimination" is a better approach than "whites are so privileged". [View all]BainsBane
(53,012 posts)The OP is a lecture: If you talk about racism, don't mention white people because I don't like to be reminded that I benefit from racism, and my feelings are more important than oppression of African Americans. African Americans, if you're going to speak in public, don't you dare say anything that reminds me of my own privilege.
We get the point loud and clear. What is most essential is that you never be confronted with the reality of the world around you. We must lie about racism to make you feel better about yourselves. Everyone must stay silent about the reality of racism because your determination to never have your sense of entitlement challenged is more important than the experiences or lives of those who are subject to racism.
I am sorry you find reality so off putting and that those of us who acknowledge it are "uber-righteous."