Posts by Andrew Hernández
7 Questions Latinxs Who Don’t ‘Look Latinx Enough’ Get (And Why They’re Harmful)
Is your idea of “looking Latinx” based on stereotypes? You might be surprised by this info.
Read More6 Strategies Every Feminist Needs for Effective, Change-Making Dialogue
Ever had one of those frustrating conversations when someone just didn’t “get it” about an issue you care about?
Read More2 Ways the Institution of Education Negatively Impacts Undocumented Students (And What We Can Do to Improve It)
When we talk about immigration reform, too many of us forget about the undocumented students who suffer. And the results are heartbreaking.
Read MoreLet’s Talk About the Reality of the “Men’s Rights” Argument
What’s up with men’s rights advocates? Maybe you’ve read their commentary, and maybe you’ve wanted them to shut the hell up about so-called “men’s oppression.” But is there any truth to what they’re saying? What are their worries, and who are the true champions of gender equality? Let’s get into the concerns, the myths, and the real story behind men’s rights.
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.
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