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“Ignorance of how we are shaped racially is the first sign of privilege. In other words. It is a privilege to ignore the consequences of race in America.”

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Tim Wise
Tim Wise

Tim Wise (born October 4, 1968) is one of America's most prominent anti-racism activists, writers, and public speakers. He is renowned for his incisive critiques of white privilege and systemic racism. Through his lectures, books, and media appearances, Wise has become a leading voice in American discussions about race and social justice. His influential book "White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son" has been widely used in university anti-racism education programs. more

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