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#423 w/Josh Szeps - TED, Just Admit It

The Fifth Column

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Concerns about race relations in America, Australia, and Sweden

The speaker is concerned about race relations in America. They compare it to Australia and Sweden, noting the gaps between indigenous populations and immigrants. They criticize the focus on racism as the sole cause of problems and argue that the issue is much more complex. They believe sociology has become overly political and express disappointment in the lack of solutions. They mention an article blaming crime on white supremacy, finding it embarrassingly simplistic. Overall, the speaker emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding race relations.

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