We as white people cannot ignore the ways we benefit from white supremacy every day-- nor our critical role in stopping it. 2/
Fellow white people-- it's on us. White supremacy has reared its ugly head yet again and we cannot ignore it. 1/
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If you feel like you don't know any racists/extremists in your life: a. You're wrong- look around; b. It doesn't take much to step up. 3/
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When a white friend/family makes an 'off-color' or 'politically incorrect' comment, call them out. It's uncomfortable-- do it anyway. 4/
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When you see a chance to support/advocate for a POC coworker/student/friend/family member -- even in small ways -- do it, unequivocally. 5/
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If you don't know where to start, listen to/read/follow POC writers & journalists. It's not that hard: humbly listen and learn. 6/
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We benefit from white supremacy every single day. The very least we can do is recognize, step up to our role in stopping it. It's on us. 7/7
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This whole thing makes it sound like we need strong superhero whites to swoop in and save us hapless minorities from big baddy white man.
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I don't need no saving unless you Jesus. Other than that move. Let me build on my own two feet. Minorities aren't lost puppies. Sheesh
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She is Jewish, just doin' what they do.
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What do Jewish people do?
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Let's talk about Fellow white person supremacy and fellow white person privilege instead shall we?
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