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In reply to the discussion: As a 67 year old white man, let me address this to my fellow Caucasians: [View all]lupinella
(365 posts)from another thread, but I don't understand why there is any defensive reaction to this post.
No matter how progressive a person is, being reminded to 'do better' about issues in which we wield privilege is never bad.
There are always moments we can confront issues, whether it's pointing out the quantifiable differences in school discipline of white vs POC for the same infraction or explaining how the 'Southern Strategy' has led to voter disenfranchisement.
I'm mixed race, but appear white. My middle-aged white privilege doesn't just allow but demands that I do more than just condemn overt racism. In speaking to & acting on the issues surrounding the institutional racism on which our country was built I know that I receive a different response than my sister, who appeared mixed race, ever would.
As i once read (not certain where, so i cannot attribute) Ally-ship is a continuing journey, not a fixed point. It is also something that all of us can strive to do better.