TY ⁦ @onbeing⁩ ⁦ @kristatippett⁩ for this Hochschild’s conversation. It stirred a mix of reactions... and appreciate that amid my deep anger in this moment it offers a pause to reflect on where we find ourselves & how we might find a new path. #transcript">https://onbeing.org/programs/arlie-hochschild-the-deep-stories-of-our-time/ #transcript">https://onbeing.org/programs/...

My mixed reactions came from what @kristatippett raises near end: race. In this moment of racial reckoning—confronting a history and present of injustice & inhumanity—I believe those profound and awful truths & that “deep story” transcend others.

Can we hold two things at once: 1) true commitment to “absolute equality” & recognize the depth of the structures & systems put in place since 1619 to subjugate BIPOC people AND 2) appreciate the “deep stories” of all (which may also involve a range of experienced unfairnesses.)

Feels long-past time that we can believe in the power of #2 without first recognizing & committing to & fighting for #1.

I am embarrassed & enraged by attacks on 1619 Project, EO banning diversity training, incessant racism (& misogyny) of Administration (eg. the relentless voter suppression.) Not only is this obliterating history & facts, it is denying people (in this case BIPOC) their deep story.

Maybe there are other ways to move forward, build bridges, promote empathy, etc. But need to address/confront race head on. Deeply interested in how others see this ... and paths forward.
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