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I& #39;ve been getting through quarantine pretty well. I clung to the reality that I& #39;m pretty privileged right now considering what others are experiencing and my past experiences. I even felt guilty for liking working from home. But, this racial injustice is breaking me.
I& #39;ve relied on my intelligence to build a more financially secure life. But, being smart can& #39;t protect me from the reality of being Black. I& #39;m still affected by racist policies implemented and upheld by those who claim to be colorblind...
...or those who refuse to openly admit to their racist beliefs.
I constantly worry about my brothers& #39; and bf& #39;s lives and safety, and their personal, social, and economic struggles - - all the while knowing I& #39;m pretty powerless to protect or help them.
I constantly worry about my brothers& #39; and bf& #39;s lives and safety, and their personal, social, and economic struggles - - all the while knowing I& #39;m pretty powerless to protect or help them.
I know I& #39;ll feel the same for my nephews and future sons.
We are reliving a vicious cycle of social injustice, uprising, empty appeasing, repeat. No real meaningful changes are ever made.
We are reliving a vicious cycle of social injustice, uprising, empty appeasing, repeat. No real meaningful changes are ever made.
I& #39;m tired of thoughts and prayers. I& #39;m tired of the violence and loss of life that comes from empowered people not recognizing how their entitlements disenfranchise and threaten the lives of the powerless. Or worse, weaponizing their power to maintain it and remain comfortable.
I& #39;m not going to watch disturbing videos because I& #39;ve seen enough. I don& #39;t need to be convinced. I& #39;m angry that some people still need to be convinced.
I& #39;ll continue to vote and participate in the political process. But, I& #39;m not confused to believe that it will change much.
I& #39;ll continue to vote and participate in the political process. But, I& #39;m not confused to believe that it will change much.
