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3 Lies From ‘Responsible’ Consumerism That Are Pandering To Your White Guilt
Can you help save the world with a few dollars through “responsible consumerism” or charity? The common idea that you can buy something for a “good cause” is a dangerous distraction.
Read MoreHere’s Why We Don’t Need a ‘White History Month’
The question comes up every year, and this February is no different. By now, you probably know the usual answer: “Because every month is White History Month.” In under two minutes, this video settles the debate with what that really means.
Read MoreHow the ‘Taking the Country Back’ Frenzy Incites White Violence and Terror
When angry white men with guns are repeatedly told that they need to “take their country back,” what does that mean for the rest of us? Here’s the disturbing truth of how it often ends in tragedy.
Read More10 Defensive Reactions to White Privilege That Make No Damn Sense – But Are Super Common
“You’re the real racist for talking about race!” You’ve probably come across some of these reactions denying white privilege – if you haven’t had them yourself.
Read More5 Barriers Making It Harder to Get Mental Health Care If You’re Not White
It’s hard enough to get mental health care in the US – but do you know why it’s even harder for people of color? These experts share essential information about what’s getting in the way.
Read MoreStop Your White Fragility – It’s Racial Violence and Here’s Why
Have you participated in white fragility? This author’s calling in her fellow white allies who put their feelings before racial justice, or say things like “not all white people.” All white allies could use this info on how to do better.
Read More‘I Didn’t Know That Was Racist’ – Are You Using ‘White Ignorance’ to Dodge Responsibility?
Have you ever said, “Oh, I didn’t know it was racist” when you were called out for racism? It happens a lot. Celia Edell’s breaking down how this phrase relates to “white ignorance” – and how it misses the point.
Read More13 Ways White Male Privilege Shows Up as Early as Elementary School
Do you know about all the ways students who are children of color, girls, and/or gender nonconforming are disadvantaged in our K-12 schools? Everyone needs to read this to understand how early privilege affects our lives.
Read MoreWhy the Growing Alliance Between Police and White LGBTQIA+ Folks Is a Problem
Many white people in LGBTQIA+ communities see police as friends to the community, and incarceration as “a practical solution.” Here’s why we need to remember history and the reality of racialized police violence.
Read MoreProof of the Outrageous Difference in Media Coverage of White Riots and Black Protests
Black protesters calling for justice vs white sports fans rioting – do you judge them differently? The media sure does, and this chilling Brave New Films video shows how – with a chance to do something about it.
Read MoreA Hilarious Take on What White People Really Mean by ‘Where Are You From?’
“But where are you really from?” When comedian Hari Kondabolu gets this question, apparently “New York” isn’t the answer people are looking for. If you can relate, you’ll love his funny idea on how to deal.
Read MoreLet’s Play ‘White Terrorist Bingo: Planned Parenthood Edition’
Have you noticed a difference between how the Planned Parenthood shooter is described and how other terrorists are portrayed? Franchesca Ramsey did, and she’s turned it into an enlightening round of Bingo.
Read More4 Reasons People of Color Can’t Cater to White People’s Guilt – Or Their Tears
Have you ever encountered white guilt like this author did? Here are four good reasons why this author says “I can’t and won’t prioritize white tears, anger, and guilt.”
Read MoreWhy It’s Racist When White People Dismiss People of Color’s Lived Reality
“It’s not about race.” Did you know implicit biases influence how you judge someone’s credibility? Check out this info to avoid the injustice that often shows up when people of color share their experiences with racism.
Read MoreThe Danger of Claiming ‘Not All Men/White People/Privileged People’ Are to Blame
“Racists are a problem – white people aren’t,” “Not all men,” and more – people put a lot of effort into saying that not everyone in the dominant group is a problem. Kat Blaque’s breaking down what you’re missing when you rush to say this.
Read MoreHow the White- and Cis-Washing of the Stonewall Movie Hurts Trans People of Color
Did you catch the trailer for the Stonewall movie? Kat Blaque’s sharing what was really going on the night of Stonewall and why it matters – and she knows some people aren’t going to like what she has to say.
Read More5 Ways Taylor Swift Exemplifies White Feminism – And Why That’s a Problem
Do you have problematic faves? We all do – and this author’s fave Taylor Swift is no exception. Here’s why addressing this brand of “white feminism” matters.
Read MoreWhen White Feminists Respond to Anti-Racism Like Men Respond to Feminism
“I don’t see color,” “All lives matter,” “Why do you have to make it about race?” Some of the responses we get to anti-racism sound awfully familiar – have you noticed these parallels?
Read More10 Insidious Ways White Supremacy Shows Up in Our Everyday Lives
It’s tempting to believe that racism is something other people do – but you’ve got to check out this research on how racist biases shape your views in ways you don’t even think twice about.
Read More11 Common Ways White Folks Avoid Taking Responsibility for Racism in the US
If you ever want to say “not all white people,” you might want to read this first. Does this cover any of your “rules” for talking about racism?
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