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Chante said ABOLISH THE POLICE ?
(@ChantayyJayy)June 1, 2020
This video was the motivation and inspiration we all needed.
But some social media practices hurt more than they help.
Lindsey:I dont post on Instagram often, but today I felt a pull to post.
My feed was flooded with black squares, but I just couldnt pull the trigger.
I felt conflicted about seeing so many of my white friends who may have great intentions posting the blackout.
Jasmine:Ive seen a few posts where Im like, I wouldve rather youd done nothing.
Caity:My initial reaction was: This feels sort of empty.
Non-black people of color seemed to be split.
Tariro:Also, guys, BRANDS!
Brands love the square!
Caity:I love holding brands accountable financially.
Im glad record companies are making donations today.
But also: I dont look to brands for inspiration, news, or guidance.
it’s possible for you to check outtheir full conversation here.
Brenda D WilkersonThe best advice was Do you, Brenda.
Also, building ladders of opportunity for others is the best way to propel opportunities for yourself.
it’s possible for you to read the whole of Copeland-Carson and Wilkersons AMAhere.
For George Floyd, a man my age, with two kids, it was a death sentence.
For me, it is a story I sometimes tell at parties.
That, my friends, is White privilege.
Were seeing atrocities that would normally dominate news cycles for days, now follow each other within minutes.
Centuries of pain and suffering have bubbled up to the surface and caused a tsunami of protest.
And what are white influencers doing?
Posting pictures to Insta to boost their social klout.
Virtue signaling while influencing.
This month, we present to you: the Virtuencer.
While others are worried about tear gas, shes concerned with lighting.
Lets start with some case studies that recently popped up on Twitter.
Its actually really easy.
Being anti-racist isnt some kind of performance you congratulate yourself with.
This isnt about you.
The revolution will be televised, but it doesnt need a Valencia filter.
Here are some examples:
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