13174616, I think that's a good point. Posted by denny, Tue Jul-18-17 02:30 AM
We're obviously off-topic...but I agree with your point. If my personal perceived identity is not a threat to my well-being...it's easier for me to divest myself from it. I completely agree with you on that.
It is WAY easier for me to preach against identity politics than it is for a POC. I don't experience the persecutions and social disadvantages that black Americans face. I acknowledge this burden and I acknowledge that this burden has a natural consequence in one to double-down on their perceived identity. I am arguing that this doubling-down, though psychologically tempting, actually exacerbates the persecution and social disadvantage that one experiences. The way out is to deconstruct those perceived identities....not to embrace them.
I am not arguing for 'color-blindness'. I am arguing for an emphasis on individuality.
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