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The Good Fight
Coleman Hughes on Colorblindness
Mar 16, 2024
In this podcast, they talk about the difference between race blindness and racism blindness, why race is a poor proxy for setting public policy, and the importance of being colorblind. They discuss the challenges of navigating racial complexity, responsibility in addressing problems, and the complexities of race-based policies. The conversation also explores racial progress, disparities within the African American community, and the need for a non-racial approach to societal issues.
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- Public policy should focus on socioeconomic measures rather than race as a proxy for identifying and assisting disadvantaged individuals.
- Acknowledging cultural differences and preferences is acceptable, but advocating for racial discrimination in public policy is not justified.
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Race as a Social Construct in Public Policy
Public policy should focus on socioeconomic measures rather than race as a proxy for identifying and assisting disadvantaged individuals. The argument emphasizes that socioeconomic factors provide a more accurate representation of disadvantage, poverty, and need, making race a less effective tool for targeted assistance.
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