Black Lives Matter: Some Learning Resources

I was originally going to start discussing my history reading list today, but in the wake of George Floyd’s murder and the ongoing protests calling out systemic racism, I wanted to use this blog as a space for sharing resources about race and antiracism. Learning about systemic racism, and dismantling it, is critical work that we all need to do, especially if we are white people who haven’t been conditioned to see all the myriad ways in which society benefits us. The list I have going here is by no means comprehensive, but it should help get you started.

White people, we can and must do better. Be willing to learn about white privilege and how you benefit from it. Be willing to listen to Black people and other people of color. Don’t make it about you; close your mouth and open your ears. Be willing to use your privilege to advocate. Help create a platform for underrepresented voices, and then step aside to let them speak. Be willing to vote against systemic racism. Be willing to challenge the infrastructures that benefit us at the expense of everyone else. Be willing to continue learning and to refine your views.

This is hard, uncomfortable, and ongoing work, but it’s critical that we do it. Black lives matter; it’s way past time our laws and social norms reflected that.

We owe it to everyone.

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  1. Hello,,

    “Around a quarter of black (24%) inmates were found to abuse alcohol or drugs, compared to 22%of white inmates.”

    There is a long history of systemic racism in the criminal justice system that has led to Black people being disproportionately targeted and incarcerated. Rather than receiving the support and resources they need to overcome addiction, Black individuals are often punished and stigmatized for their struggles. This perpetuates a cycle of trauma and marginalization, making it even more difficult for them to access the help they need. It is crucial that we address these disparities and work towards creating a more equitable system that prioritizes rehabilitation and healing over punishment.

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