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Jacobin Show: The Trouble with Disparity w/ Adolph Reed and Walter Benn Michaels

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Racial Identity vs. Collective Interests

This chapter critically examines how white workers often prioritize their racial identity over collective economic interests, arguing that this behavior stems from complex social and economic contexts rather than a simplistic view of racism. Through historical examples and discussions of identity politics, it calls for inclusive organization across racial lines to foster true solidarity in pursuit of broader societal goals.

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