TED Talks Daily Don’t call people out -- call them in | Loretta J. Ross
Aug 4, 2021
Loretta J. Ross, an activist and public intellectual, advocates for a 'call-in' culture as a constructive alternative to public shaming. She shares her transformative journey, emphasizing the power of compassion in confronting hate. Ross provides practical strategies for fostering inclusive dialogue and encourages empathy in conflicts. By telling personal stories, she challenges the harshness of cancel culture and promotes understanding and forgiveness, proving that addressing wrongdoing can lead to unexpected friendships.
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KKK Rallies
- Loretta J. Ross, a Black woman, attended KKK rallies to understand hate.
- Her goal was to promote peace and justice, initially believing in hating those who hated her.
Shifting from Hate to Love
- Ross's mentor, C.T. Vivian, advised supporting those who abandon hate.
- This led Ross to a shift from hate to love after working with former hate group members.
Movement vs. Cult
- A movement embraces diverse thoughts moving in the same direction.
- A cult, however, enforces a single thought, treating potential allies as enemies.