The Normality of Racism in Critical Race Theory

One of the main ideas explored in the podcast is the concept of the normality of racism within critical race theory. This teaching suggests that racism is not abnormal but rather a common occurrence in society that should be expected. It goes beyond defining racism as normal and implies that racism is pervasive in various aspects of life. The teaching advises assuming racism's presence in most situations and emphasizes the need to identify how racism operates, not whether it exists. However, critics raise concerns about starting with the conclusion that racism is everywhere, potentially leading to confirmation bias and overlooking individual evaluation.