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pseudo-independence stage

In this stage, you may be wrestling with the question: "How can I be both white and anti-racist? You believe that privilege stems from systemic inequalities, not merit. However, you may still be relying on BIPOC to address racism instead of fighting it yourself.

To Watch:

  • 13th, a Netflix documentary about modern slavery in the justice system. Directed by Ava DuVernay
  • To Read:

  • So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo

  • Why I No Longer Talk to White People about Race by Reni Eddo-Loge

  • The Fire This Time by Jesmyn Ward
  • To Listen:

  • "A Decade of Watching Black People Die", an episode of Code Switch podcast

  • "How to Be Anti-Racist", an episode of Unlocking Us with Brene Brown podcast
  • What to Do Next:

    Bgin having difficult conversations with white friends and family about racism and inequality. Begin to think about how you might use your privilege to support anti-racist work.

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