Posted by Emily Elizabeth on January 19, 2006, at 22:34:23
In reply to Re: My heart was broken today » lynn971, posted by James K on January 19, 2006, at 20:12:24
She may be mimicking what she heard, but she also might be reacting to how she has been treated by white folks.
I agree that it is horribly sad. I think a lot of racism has gone "underground." It is more subtle now compared to 50 yrs ago, but it is still there.
I think one of the thoughts abput racism that I have found most profound is the idea that every person's fate is linked to the fate of every other person. Prejudice is everyone's problem b/c when we keep people "down" we may be silencing the next great thinker of our nation.
I think it is a simple, but very important idea.Best,
EE
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