The reason nobody writes about being a straight, rich and white male is shame — the irreparable reputation of colonialism, slavery and mass warfare. As a demographic we have quite the resume, including such terrible chapters as the Holocaust and Jim Crow fitted with the discovery of e=mc2, capitalism and the mocha Frappuccino. I, myself, am hesitant to look into my own family … [Read more...] about On Being White
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Race is Holding the US Back
I am sick and tired of race. How can I say that? Am I denying my own identity by saying this? No. Race is socially constructed, and I am disgusted with the way that our society has used it to systematically disadvantage people, especially those of color. There is nothing inherent about race, except humanity. We are all a part of the human race. But socially constructed racial … [Read more...] about Race is Holding the US Back
