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Gravity Commons Podcast

Malcolm Foley: How the Love of Money is the Root of Racism

Mar 4, 2025
Malcolm Foley, a pastor and historian serving as a special adviser at Baylor University, discusses a provocative view of racism as rooted in greed rather than hate. He explores how economic motivations shaped racial systems, especially during periods like chattel slavery. Foley emphasizes the need for financial morality in faith and advocates for economic justice, urging listeners to act with love and obligation towards the marginalized. His insights challenge the notion of racial capitalism and call for a redefined spiritual engagement with societal issues.
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  • Pastor Malcolm Foley argues that racism is fundamentally tied to greed rather than mere hatred, challenging common perceptions about racial issues.
  • The podcast introduces the concept of racial capitalism, illustrating how economic motivations have historically shaped racial categorizations and systemic oppression.

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