Once again, don’t go into the company of powerful people, particularly white ones, and point out the obviousness of systemic racism. They have a label for that, “identity politics.” When you think independently of the narrative that people are comfortable with, you make them uncomfortable and based on my experience, that is a grave sin. It’s certainly not polite. It’s “discussing politics.” It’s frowned upon. Furthermore, it will get you fired. They’ll say it was because of something else, but in the end, speaking truth to power is risky business. – The Problem with Independent Thinking
Ties in nicely with my writing today about weaponized gratitude.
2 responses to “Don’t Confront Powerful People”
I am always flattered and grateful to find that you’ve taken the time to read something I’ve written because I have a lot of respect for you. Yours was one of the first blogs I encountered when I became part of this IndieWeb universe. Thanks for being you and for speaking up when so many people don’t.
Thanks. I enjoy your writing too.