If you want to be an ally in the fight against racism, start by acknowledging your white privilege.
Then take action that supports the Black community.
Its not my job to fix racism because Im not racist.
White people must step up to the plate, act as allies and use their privilege for good.
Its a privilege to be able to only talk about race and never experience it.
Its a privilege to choose not to talk about it or acknowledge it.
This statement also ignores the fact that racism islargely a structural issue,not just an individual one.
I dont see color.
The intent behind this statement is to demonstrate that youre not a prejudiced person.
But, aspsychologist Erlanger Turnerput it, we all see racial difference unless were visually impaired.
Yet, Black people engage in peaceful protests and police areshooting them with rubber bullets.
Theres no need to worry about the police if youre not doing anything illegal.
This is a prime example of white privilege.
I dont want to post about racism on social media because Im scared of the backlash.
It is a privilege to not have to take a risk of alienating yourself from others, she said.
I dont have white privilege.
They get defensive when they hear the term because they dont really understand it.
White privilege doesnt mean all white people live charmed lives.
Im not sure when I should start talking to my kids about racism.
Because our safety is never guaranteed.
