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Introduction: Cecilia and Brian
Brian I remember one of the first times we got together. You said everyone is a racist. Everyone has some deeply rooted feelings that we...
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A CHAT BETWEENÂ FRIENDS.. BLACK LIVES MATTER
Cecilia and Brian met over 20 years ago while working at IBM.
They sat down for a Zoom call to discuss race, racism, and white people in America.
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The links below are edited from the transcript of their discussion.
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They hope you enjoy, hope you open your mind and eyes, and remember to love one other.
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The Origins of Racism in America
Cecilia: Look up the word racist and tell me the definition. Hmm. . . I mean, let’s start with that. What is the definition of a racist?...
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Current State of Racism in America
Brian: Do you think attitudes toward race has improved in our lifetime? Cecilia: We all thought so. I guess my immediate response is,...
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Career and Racism
Brian: What did you encounter when you started your career with IBM in Columbus, GA? Cecilia: It's funny that you asked that question. ...
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Political climate and racism in 2020
Brian: My brother asked me to read Obama's speech from Dallas and I reviewed his speech from yesterday. It's all very thoughtful. I can...
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What can I, as a white person, do to help?
Brian: I don't want to compare racism to my issues being gay. I can walk around, and people won’t necessarily know. They won’t know...
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Wrap up and recommendations
Cecilia: Have you gone to the African American Museum in DC? I have, the last time I was in DC. That could be a starting place for...
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