This paradox of power, that those who possess it are simultaneously weakened by it, seems to support Elliott's contention that racism cripples everyone. Stressing that she doesn't believe that it is the responsibility of people of color to educate the rest of us, she urged discussion participants to recognize the structures within white culture that are unjust and to change them. I still get a good dinner and a good enough bottle and a conversation that makes sense every now and then. This conversation on diversity was one of those. CMGS has two more planned for the fall semester.
Linguistic Relativity is Back.
The campus community is invited to come. Bring your lunch at noon to BMU 222, and the center will provide cookies and drinks.