Do you believe in privilege? White privilege, etc?

[Dragon77]

I could post a video of a black man saying the opposite.

If you buy into it, then it’s true.

The classical white privilege excuse "post 1 black man saying the opposite" which depicts and shows a whole group. So I guess if we post a video of one man from an ethnic group it illustrates how everyone else feels from that particular ? See how irrational and obtuse that sounds. You either lack awareness or have never been around other ethnic groups to notice WP exists greatly.

I'm sure you have never faced discrimination or racism based off skin color/ethnicity even with an "balanced" playing ground in terms of education qualifications/achievements Its funny because when immigrants flood the city its the same rhetoric "they are taking our jobs how dare they do that when a lot of us can't find jobs".

 

[Not getting younger]

Easier said if you've never experienced racism or discrimination and live in a bubble thinking it does not exist in our society. Your post is a good example of privilege.

Until the world is ready and able, to look at other people, and not see their sex, their race, their religious beliefs. But just other people.

There will always be problems. We are slowly getting there, but nowhere near close.

In real terms, these days. We see females blaming men for all the problems in the world and sexism. We see non whites ( Caucasians) doing the same. We see people of all faiths, blaming the others for all the problems. And we see the people, on the receiving ends pushing back, and or, denying the inequities ( what ever we want to label them)

back and forth with no end in sight

 

[John_Jacob]

While white privilege exists, its grossly exaggerated in some area and under-appreciated in others.

Based on crime, education, professional attainment, income, marriage/cohabitation, birth, and many other very-inconvenient statistics, we know that certain non-white groups do very, very well in North American society and we know certain non-white groups just do not, despite many, many group-specific specific programs to address that.

While barriers exist, blaming ‘white privilege’ is just not wanting to address one of the root causes because it’s very difficult and a societally unacceptable discussion.

Personally. I think First Nations face the absolute worst discrimination by everyone and yet in many discussions they’re, yet again, ignored so that the discussion can centre around what gets all the attention.

 

[Not getting younger]

While white privilege exists, its grossly exaggerated in some area and under-appreciated in others.

Based on crime, education, professional attainment, income, marriage/cohabitation, birth, and many other very-inconvenient statistics, we know that certain non-white groups do very, very well in North American society and we know certain non-white groups just do not, despite many, many group-specific specific programs to address that.

While barriers exist, blaming ‘white privilege’ is just not wanting to address one of the root causes because it’s very difficult and a societally unacceptable discussion.

Personally. I think First Nations face the absolute worst discrimination by everyone and yet in many discussions they’re, yet again, ignored so that the discussion can centre around what gets all the attention.

Funny, how they never ( rarely) get mentioned or the time of day. Even by those who, have barriers, but have made headway.

 

[The Fox]

The classical white privilege excuse "post 1 black man saying the opposite" which depicts and shows a whole group. So I guess if we post a video of one man from an ethnic group it illustrates how everyone else feels from that particular ? See how irrational and obtuse that sounds. You either lack awareness or have never been around other ethnic groups to notice WP exists greatly.

I'm sure you have never faced discrimination or racism based off skin color/ethnicity even with an "balanced" playing ground in terms of education qualifications/achievements Its funny because when immigrants flood the city its the same rhetoric "they are taking our jobs how dare they do that when a lot of us can't find jobs".

So we agree. It’s identity politics. I don’t buy into it.

 

[The Fox]

While white privilege exists, its grossly exaggerated in some area and under-appreciated in others.

Based on crime, education, professional attainment, income, marriage/cohabitation, birth, and many other very-inconvenient statistics, we know that certain non-white groups do very, very well in North American society and we know certain non-white groups just do not, despite many, many group-specific specific programs to address that.

While barriers exist, blaming ‘white privilege’ is just not wanting to address one of the root causes because it’s very difficult and a societally unacceptable discussion.

Personally. I think First Nations face the absolute worst discrimination by everyone and yet in many discussions they’re, yet again, ignored so that the discussion can centre around what gets all the attention.

No one cares about First Nation. It doesn’t drive votes or stir up public opinion.

 

[The Fox]

Translation:

"Its dark!!"

You are who you believe you are in life.

 

[dirtyharry555]

The classical white privilege excuse "post 1 black man saying the opposite" which depicts and shows a whole group. So I guess if we post a video of one man from an ethnic group it illustrates how everyone else feels from that particular ? See how irrational and obtuse that sounds. You either lack awareness or have never been around other ethnic groups to notice WP exists greatly.

I think you misunderstood his reasoning for stating that he could post a video of someone stating the opposite.

His point, I believe, is that clearly NOT everyone from any particular ethnic group feels the same way, since he can easily post someone from an ethnic group with the polar opposite view as someone else of the same ethnic group.

 

[basketcase]

Funny, how they never ( rarely) get mentioned or the time of day. Even by those who, have barriers, but have made headway.

I think it's because we are bombarded with US culture so we see the White vs Black narrative more than others discriminations.

Canada has begun coming to terms with treatment and discrimination against First Nations people (though there's still plenty of people triggered by that recognition too)



p.s. anti-indigenous racism is another aspect of white privilege.

 

[basketcase]

I think you misunderstood his reasoning for stating that he could post a video of someone stating the opposite.

His point, I believe, is that clearly NOT everyone from any particular ethnic group feels the same way, since he can easily post someone from an ethnic group with the polar opposite view as someone else of the same ethnic group.

Yes, that's why people get upset with racism. People of any group are not a monolith and have differing opinions. That said, even though people have differing opinions, the general trends are still there and they show that especially in the US, black people are statistically disadvantaged.

 

[Dragon77]

No one cares about First Nation. It doesn’t drive votes or stir up public opinion.

Spoken like a true right wing supporter who negates how every couple months there are residential schools being exposed for burying thousands. The history of Canada is defined by them yet you find a way to dismiss it with votes and public opinion.

 

[wigglee]

White people have it harder because everyone says they are priveleged, so if they don't succeed, they have no excuses other than being a loser. All others can cry "racism" but whitey has to bear the humiliation with no one to blame but himself......think I'll start a GoFundMe

 

[Not getting younger]

Spoken like a true right wing supporter who negates how every couple months there are residential schools being exposed for burying thousands. The history of Canada is defined by them yet you find a way to dismiss it with votes and public opinion.

ok, so first off. The correct term is indigenous, not First Nation.

Secondly without googling it. Name the indigenous girl that tried to get the time of day from the Media and JT regarding drinkable water. At the same time Greta was being feted.

Bet you can’t.

While I replied to you. Please don’t think I’m specifically addressing you. I’m not. If anything, I’m adding to your point.

 

[The Fox]

Spoken like a true right wing supporter who negates how every couple months there are residential schools being exposed for burying thousands. The history of Canada is defined by them yet you find a way to dismiss it with votes and public opinion.

I’m not right wing.

 

[Dragon77]

ok, so first off. The correct term is indigenous, not First Nation.

Secondly without googling it. Name the indigenous girl that tried to get the time of day from the Media and JT regarding drinkable water. At the same time Greta was being feted.

Bet you can’t.

While I replied to you. Please don’t think I’m specifically addressing you. I’m not. If anything, I’m adding to your point.

Questioning whether or not I am aware of what has happened to marginalized groups is clearly what your post was about. If you want to play online jeopardy with regards to name this person and that without using Google go ahead and create another thread for that. Will gladly embarass in that game.

This thread is discussing WP and the inability for many people to see it does exist in society, media, business and crime. Denial and ignorance come part in parcel.

 

[dvous11]

Spoken like a true right wing supporter who negates how every couple months there are residential schools being exposed for burying thousands. The history of Canada is defined by them yet you find a way to dismiss it with votes and public opinion.

The tech being used is controversial. No actual bodies discovered yet.

 

[wigglee]

Conan is the perfect example... what is he on now, the Fireplace channel???? Where's his white privelege?

 

[TomFord1980]

ok, so first off. The correct term is indigenous, not First Nation.

Secondly without googling it. Name the indigenous girl that tried to get the time of day from the Media and JT regarding drinkable water. At the same time Greta was being feted.

Bet you can’t.

While I replied to you. Please don’t think I’m specifically addressing you. I’m not. If anything, I’m adding to your point.

Actually the correct term is Indian. I can tell you have no indian blood in you.

 

[Not getting younger]

Actually the correct term is Indian. I can tell you have no indian blood in you.

/Sigh.
Nope I don’t, though I’ve met many, especially in Ontario's north. And work with quite a few.

And I can tell you don’t understand that not all “Indians” are Cree, or Ojibwe, or Métis or Inuit. Or dozens more, upto and including around the globe. I can also tell you have not done much reading on the subject.

Here’s 1

Indigenous Terminology Guide | Queen's University

Defining terms to use (Indigenous, First nations, Métis, Inuit) and terms to avoid (Native, our Native People / Native Canadian / Indigenous Canadian, Aboriginal, Indian).

www.queensu.ca

Here’s another

No perfect answer: Is it First Nations, Aboriginal or Indigenous? | NATIONAL

NATIONAL

www.national.ca

And a third

Native Knowledge 360°—The Impact of Words and Tips for Using Appropriate Terminology: Am I Using the Right Word?

NK360° Helpful Handouts: Guidance on Common Questions provide a brief introduction to teachers about important topics regarding Native American life, cultures, and communities. The Impact of Words and Tips for Using Appropriate Terminology offers insight about terminology that is most...

americanindian.si.edu

 

[The Oracle]

The tech being used is controversial. No actual bodies discovered yet.

Exactly...