Chapter

Racism in the Educational System
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19:42 - 25:49 (06:07)

The current debate system in schools is racist since it leads to more black children being beaten up and suspended, which consequently harms them academically. To address the issue, resources should be allocated towards organizations aimed at reducing violence in black communities instead of defunding and reforming the police.

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The speaker criticizes the books "Stamped" by Ibram X. Kendi and "White Fragility" by Robin DiAngelo for not accurately reflecting America today and having flawed approaches to addressing racism.
19:42 - 22:16 (02:34)
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Racism
Summary

The speaker criticizes the books "Stamped" by Ibram X. Kendi and "White Fragility" by Robin DiAngelo for not accurately reflecting America today and having flawed approaches to addressing racism. He accuses Kendi of dismissing those who do not agree with him and claims that DiAngelo does not understand modern societies.

Chapter
Racism in the Educational System
Episode
#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The fear of admitting victory among some individuals, particularly in the political sphere, can often deprive them of purpose, and make them hesitant to admit fault.
22:16 - 23:35 (01:19)
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Victory
Summary

The fear of admitting victory among some individuals, particularly in the political sphere, can often deprive them of purpose, and make them hesitant to admit fault. This fear can also lead to an unwillingness to move forward in a positive direction.

Chapter
Racism in the Educational System
Episode
#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The way debates on racism are conducted harms black communities as leniency towards violent black boys in public schools results in other black children being beaten up more often and facing disadvantaged grades, according to documented evidence.
23:35 - 25:49 (02:13)
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Racism
Summary

The way debates on racism are conducted harms black communities as leniency towards violent black boys in public schools results in other black children being beaten up more often and facing disadvantaged grades, according to documented evidence. Solutions towards resolving cases of homicide within black neighborhoods need greater attention than defunding and reforming the police.

Chapter
Racism in the Educational System
Episode
#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom