Be Antiracist with Ibram X. Kendi The Zero-Sum Myth: We're Divided, We're Conquered
Jun 14, 2021
Heather McGhee, an expert in economic policy and author of the best-selling "The Sum of Us," joins to challenge the zero-sum myth of racism. They discuss how systemic racism undermines progress for all, including a historical look at the 1847 Tredegar strike and the misgivings of white workers fearing job competition. The conversation emphasizes the need for solidarity and collective investment in equity, highlighting how racism harms everyone and advocating for a united approach to overcoming societal inequalities.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Race, Class, and the Tredegar Strike
02:36 • 5min
Challenging Historical Injustices for a Just Future
07:20 • 4min
Racism and the Zero-Sum Myth
10:52 • 10min
Deregulation, Segregation, and Solidarity: Unpacking Racial Inequities
21:07 • 18min
Breaking the Zero-Sum Myth: Embracing Solidarity for Racial Equity
38:52 • 6min