Tag: racism
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Racism in Politics: How Old Wounds Keep Hurting America
When people discuss politics, they often refer to taxes, health care, or border issues. However, there is a lingering issue that rarely gets addressed directly: racism. It isn’t always obvious, like a slur or a burning cross. Sometimes it’s more subtle, hidden in laws, campaign messages, or how topics are presented on cable news. But…
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The Poisoned Well: How Racism Corrodes the Heart of Politics
We like to think of politics as a large, intellectual arena where we can discuss foreign policy, healthcare, and taxation. We envision well-reasoned debates, opposing ideologies, and, in the end, a struggle for a country’s soul. However, this is frequently a sanitized fantasy. Racism is a more subtle force that has been a strong and…