The Fifth Column #442 - In Defense of Colorblindness (w/ Coleman Hughes)
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Feb 11, 2024 
Coleman Hughes, author of The End of Race Politics, discusses his book with the hosts. They explore the concept of colorblindness and challenge the assumption that racism is the cause of all disparities. They also critique public naming and shaming on social media, discuss the consequences of unfounded accusations, and touch on topics like the Republican Party meltdown and the importance of free speech. A meandering conversation on selective enforcement, college admissions, and politics adds humor to the podcast.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Rescuing Colorblindness: Rethinking Race Relations
02:52 • 14min
Examining the Disparity Fallacy
16:54 • 4min
Zora Neal Hurston's Views on Race Pride
20:32 • 22min
Controversy Surrounding Allegations Against Yasha Monk
42:19 • 17min
Discussion on Pressing Matter, Technical Problems, and Compliments
59:08 • 2min
Critiquing Public Naming and Shaming on Social Media
01:00:40 • 5min
Discussion of Limited Personal Interactions and Confusion Surrounding Yajas Banan
01:05:59 • 2min
The Consequences of Unfounded Accusations
01:07:34 • 20min
Republican Party Meltdown and Border Deal
01:27:16 • 14min
Skepticism Towards Putin Interview and Importance of Free Speech
01:41:16 • 9min
Governing vs Winning in Politics
01:50:37 • 16min
Discussion on Giuliani's debts, Republican party finances, and Trump's bank fraud trial
02:06:19 • 2min
A Meandering Conversation on Selective Enforcement, College Admissions, and Politics
02:08:03 • 3min