When it comes to racism, are you a non or an anti? | Hank VanPutten | TEDxLSSC

[chloesanduski]

'the essential feature of racism is not about hostility, nor misperception, but rather a system of advantage that is derived on the basis of race' - what a fantastic quote.

[nonstoprd]

This talk struck a chord with me - I know so many people who pride themselves on doing the bare minimum to be allies, yet roll their eyes at anything more instead of wanting to further their understanding.

[hasnain-jeelani]

'the essential feature of racism is not about hostility, nor misperception, but rather a system of advantage that is derived on the basis of race' - this quote is the truth and something I've felt many times over

[ronaepstien]

I love this talk, I love Hank - I hope people can see what he is saying for the truth and need instead of being offended.

[andersonaimes]

This is an amazing talk Hank, the way you unpack everything in a factual, non accusatory way makes it very easy to ask ourselves those questions and not feel shame for never having done so before

[maxinebennier]

I appreciated the way Hank used his "privilege bracelet" to highlight the opportunities he has... was a very good way of demonstrating how each of us faces different societal challenges and advantages

[bethdanster]

This is an incredible talk - easy to understand and follow but so profound in terms of making you rethink where and how you stand in society

[carmelmillar]

Beautiful and powerful message. I hear the message of personal action and I thank you. x

[yonasdawitmelese]

Absolutely amazing explanation about the topic.

[elissazachary]

Definitely relate to all the stuff he says about being left handed and could add way more to the list, so many hobbies and skills I gave up trying to learn because it was too hard as a left handed person. Then I thought about all the different minorities and the immensity of what they are deprived of and it makes me want to cry.

[jayreaves]

I had never thought of racism of "systems of advantage that are derived from race". Perspective changes what you see.

[mattyounce]

This was intellectually superior to the concept of xenophobia, racism, and hatred of a people. Conceivably striving for equality and understanding probably makes me an antiracist however if I have to walk a middle path and never arrive at an answer I would venture to assume antiracism is both a hinderance and a benefit because I'm not scared of the truth just the length to go to challenge it, where ignorance is common sense and census is the norm.

[hamlinr]

I'm not sure I can answer this question Hank. You've given me a lot to think about.

[berthoumieuxjuniorjeangeos]

I love this talk ... that's fantastic.
Congratulations 👏🏿

[funkqueen]

Thanks so much for that. I am the constant victim of Racism & Discrimination. Our Silence Condones Racism!

[kendalllrose]

What an emotive and difficult question to answer. Thanks for opening the conversation.

[ivancastille]

I am a Diversity Workforce Advocate with a African American owned Construction company on a Big Transportation Project in Portland Oregon. I appreciate this presentation and will ask this question in our diversity training presentations. Thank you so much!

[jeffb]

I would imagine economist Dr Thomas Sowell is chuckling at the intellectually simplistic nature of this presentation.

[livequality]

Anti-racists depend on racism for employment and identity, so they work tirelessly to rebuild it.

[nextgendynasty]

thanks Hank for your perspective. This was a really valuable listen.