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Johns Hopkins professor: Identity politics—and why I think it spells trouble | Yascha Mounk

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Exploring Identity Politics and Its Impact on Racial Discourse

This chapter critiques the expansion of the term 'racism' as emphasized by diversity trainers and authors, arguing that it undermines the understanding of genuine racist actions. It contrasts these contemporary views with historical perspectives from black American thought, advocating for universal values as a means to achieve social progress.

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