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6 Things a Feminist Woman Who Dates Men Should Look For on a First Date
How do you know if a new guy will respect you as an equal? These questions will help you figure it out early on so you don’t waste your time.
Read More4 Racist Stereotypes White Patriarchy Invented to ‘Protect’ White Womanhood
Can you imagine being in her brother’s position at work? Men of color are literally being killed because of these stereotypes.
Read MoreWhy Do White People Love Claiming Non-White Heritage?
Have you ever witnessed a white person claiming membership to another racial group? Rachel Dolezal got a lot of attention for it, but she’s not the only one. Celia Edell is breaking down what’s going on – and why it’s harmful.
Read MoreHow the Interruption Of Bernie Sanders Exposed White Progressives’ White Supremacy
Two black women took over the microphone at a Bernie Sanders rally on Saturday. What do you think of what happened? Here’s why this is less about the individual candidates and more about hypocrisy among their white supporters.
Read More20 Examples That Prove White Privilege Protects White People From the Police
You’ve heard some of the stories – but police targeting of people of color is more common than you may think. Here’s the outrageous truth of what’s really going on.
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On Ending White Supremacy
Originally published on Medium and republished here with the author’s permission. Since Inauguration Day, the progressive community and people of good conscience more generally are experiencing a mix of dread, despair and fear as we steel ourselves to face the dystopian reality of the Trump era. We all recognize the threat that a Trump administration represents for…
Read MoreWhat Is White/Male Privilege?
You can’t spend more than a few minutes in a feminist space without hearing people talk about privilege. And if you’re new to feminism, the concept can be overwhelming. What exactly does “privilege” mean? What does it look like in today’s society? Check out this video from Marina Watanabe for an explanation of white privilege and male privilege!
Read MoreWhy We Don’t Need #WhiteOutDay, White History Month, or a National Association for the Advancement of White People (Really, It’s Racist)
“Why is there no White History Month?” We’ve got to stop refocusing on the dominant group with questions like this, and here’s why.
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Why White Women Terrify Me
This author has always supported gender equality – so why are they scared of white women? This is a critical perspective on how white womanhood is weaponized.
Read MoreIf People of Color Had ‘White Fetishes’
In general, our society is moving toward a more accepting framework, and people seem to be more interested in becoming culturally aware. But in a misguided attempt to appreciate other cultures, many socially progressive folks end up exoticizing people of different cultures. Check out this hilarious satire to see what it sounds like when the roles are reversed.
Read MoreWhat I Told My White Friend When He Asked For My Black Opinion On White Privilege
Ever wondered “Where did this all come from?” when people of color talk about white privilege? This author’s friend asked – and her answer puts it all in perspective.
Read More4 Ways White People Can Process Their Emotions Without Bringing the White Tears
If you’re a white person in activist spaces, you’ve probably come across frustration about white feelings taking up a lot of space. So here’s how can you avoid centering your emotions, but still process them in a healthy way.
Read More10 Examples That Prove White Privilege Protects White People in Every Aspect Imaginable
By listening to people of color, this white author has learned an important lesson: from poverty to terrorism, white people in this country are more protected than people of color in every aspect of life imaginable. Here are 10 examples to prove it.
Read MoreWhy Don’t We Talk About White on White Crime? This Parody Shows the Double Standard
Ever been in a conversation on racial violence that got derailed to focus on “black on black crime?” This hilarious satire from comedian Kerry Coddett makes a great point about what’s really behind this distraction.
Read MoreHow White People Subtly Reinforce White Supremacy When They Laugh at Black Names
Lots of white folks think it’s no big deal to chuckle over a hard-to-pronounce name. But catch this teacher’s insightful perspective, and you’ll realize why this really needs to stop.
Read MoreWhy It’s Not Racist When People of Color Point Out White Supremacy in White People’s Actions
When you deny white privilege, you reflect a fundamental misunderstanding about racism. And you also distort and devalue the experience of racism in the US. So let’s examine racism and privilege and get to what’s really going on here. Find out why pointing out privilege and oppression is constructive, not insulting, and how doing so helps the fight for justice.
Read MoreA White Man, Black Man, and White Woman All Try To Steal a Bike – And Only One of Them Is Stopped
We’ve been taught to assume Black people are up to no good. For those who don’t understand why that’s racist, check out this this hidden-camera experiment by “What Would You Do” where three people (a white man, a Black man, and a white woman) attempt to steal a bike. The responses are not surprising – unless you don’t believe racism and benevolent sexism exist.
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