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In reply to the discussion: Black America is getting screwed: Shocking new study highlights the depths of economic disparities [View all]Baitball Blogger
(46,703 posts)23. I couldn't be in more agreement.
Think of all the dirty deals and secret understandings that have been made throughout the decades that have now created mental barriers that we have to break through.
It's not going to be easy, but what should become obvious is that they can't protect their turf on a legal basis. Problem is, finding the professionals that have the background, perspective and commitment to understand what we're fighting against.
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Black America is getting screwed: Shocking new study highlights the depths of economic disparities [View all]
ismnotwasm
Jun 2015
OP
Your responses baffle me. There is virtually no connection between them and the broader context
Romulox
Jun 2015
#5
It's also how the discussion has been "bifurcated in unnecessary ways." It's quoted *in your OP*. nt
Romulox
Jun 2015
#10
But you seem to disagree with it, or, disagree with the people who agree with it. Confusing. nt
Romulox
Jun 2015
#13
And why economic justice and social justice are one in the same. The so-called "conflict" is bogus.
Romulox
Jun 2015
#16
How do you propose addressing institutionalized racism and economic injustice?
ismnotwasm
Jun 2015
#17
I don't claim to have all the answers. I just know we need to do both or it's ultimately futile. nt
Romulox
Jun 2015
#18
You mean the culture white music execs commercialized and made a fortune from?
LittleBlue
Jun 2015
#29