The Psychosis of Whiteness
Intelligence Squared
Internalized Oppression and the Devaluation of Black Lives
Internalized oppression can lead to low self-esteem and a disregard for people who look like oneself. This belief system is perpetuated by a society that devalues non-white lives. Black life is often considered less valuable, as reflected in lower life expectancies and economic systems. The speaker expresses surprise when some black individuals act as if black life is not valuable. The speaker addresses the interviewer, expressing concern over their approach to influential figures like Obama and Mandela, and asks for a response.
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