Racial Sensitivity and Public Discourse

This chapter examines the fallout from a House oversight hearing where a lawmaker faced backlash for mispronouncing Kamala Harris's name, prompting debates about racial sensitivity and societal expectations. The discussion includes critiques of public figures' behaviors, implications of the Me Too movement, and the complexities of social media interactions. It also addresses the impact of humor on race relations, particularly focusing on a comedian whose remarks sparked frustration for reinforcing harmful stereotypes.