Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy #1358 How A System Of Power Defends Itself, A Case Study (Repost)
May 14, 2021
Robin Brochi serves on the New York City Education Council and faced backlash over her remarks on race, while Yascha Mounk examines the systemic defenses maintaining racism. They dive into a tense council meeting, unraveling the complexities of privilege and the emotional toll of racial dynamics. The discussion critiques anti-racist literature and highlights the DARVO tactic, revealing how power structures deflect responsibility. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the intricacies of race relations and the necessity of genuine conversations about privilege.
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Complexity of Interracial Relationships
- Interracial relationships are naturally fraught with tension but not inherently flawed or indicative of inferiority.
- Recognizing racial dynamics helps avoid accidental racism and supports genuine connections.
Unequal Stresses in Racial Interactions
- White people experience anxiety from fearing accusations of racism or causing harm unintentionally.
- Black people face harm from racist acts and the emotional labor of navigating white people's reactions.
Need for Racial Literacy
- White social norms of politeness often miss race-specific rudeness, leading to accidental racism.
- Learning racial literacy helps reduce stress and improve interracial relationship comfort.
