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In reply to the discussion: 2 black kids adopted by white Republicans 40 years ago [View all]progressoid
(49,964 posts)7. When youre accustomed to Privilege, Equality Feels like Oppression".
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That "accustomed to Privilege" quote has been a driving force in politics for years.
LonePirate
Dec 2016
#3
It's like a falling tide lowers all boats -- but those that once floated highest notice it most.
eppur_se_muova
Dec 2016
#12
I wonder if it's "human nature" or the way sociopaths normally behave. Calculated lying,
Cal33
Dec 2016
#26
What about picking crops for 12 hours in the hot sun for less than minimum wage?
Nitram
Dec 2016
#34
Bullshit. Democrats want to accept hard-working immigrants the way America aways has
Nitram
Dec 2016
#50
I guess I'm a bit defensive when it comes to adoptive parents. I have a couple friends, brother and
frankieallen
Dec 2016
#31
Brilliant analysis. "When you're accustomed to privilege equality feels like oppression"
redstateblues
Dec 2016
#29
Like many others I am struck by "When youre accustomed to Privilege, Equality Feels like Oppression
stevenleser
Dec 2016
#36
+1, "......When youre accustomed to Privilege, Equality Feels like Oppression"...."
uponit7771
Dec 2016
#49