The Uncomfortable Truth: Unpacking Systemic Racism in America

Is systemic racism still a thing? The answer is yes - and it's not just about personal prejudices. It's about the laws and systems that were created to keep former slaves from advancing in society, and are still in place today. It's about the Civil War to modern day, illustrating how racism and the desire to protect slavery have influenced the laws and systems that still control the United States today. But can we really change the system if we don't understand it? What if we're just scratching the surface of a much deeper issue? The concept of structural racism can be traced back over 100 years, but why is it still not widely understood? Is it because we're too busy fighting philosophical battles instead of rolling up our sleeves and solving the problem? As George and Grinnell point out, it's not about feeling burdened or overwhelmed - it's about taking action. So, what can we do to dismantle racism and systemic inequality? Is it possible to unlearn and reassess our own biases and assumptions? The video and the conversation that follows aim to spark just that - a conversation about how we can be more active in dismantling racism and working towards a more equal society. So, let's get uncomfortable and start talking about the real issue. What do you think is the most effective way to address systemic racism? Can we really change the system if we don't understand it?