occasional reflections on culture & politics
Race is a social construct born of colonial exploitation. Constantly invoking racial categories reinforces the divisions that racism depends on. The focus should shift to dismantling racist structures, not reifying race itself. True progress requires seeing people as individuals, not as representatives of invented groups.
Wokeness is defended as a moral stance rooted in empathy, justice, and historical awareness. The post critiques caricatures and argues that being “woke” means refusing complacency in the face of inequality. It’s not a fad—it’s a call to conscience.
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Systemic racism is embedded in institutions, laws, and cultural norms. The post explains how inequality persists through structures—not just individual bias. Addressing it requires policy change, education, and sustained civic engagement.
Racism is the belief in racial hierarchy and the practice of exclusion. The post defines it as both ideological and structural, rooted in power and history. Combating racism demands clarity, courage, and a commitment to universal dignity.
Affirming that Black lives matter does not imply exclusion—it highlights a history of systemic neglect. The post defends the movement against misrepresentation and calls for recognition, education, and peaceful reform. Racism is a global issue, and acknowledging injustice is the first step toward change.
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