The Inherent Racism of Identity Politics.

The author discusses the inherent racism of identity politics. Topics include the efforts theorists of identity politics to perpetuate racial distinctions versus wanting to transcend race, the expansion of Critical Race Theory and Whiteness Studies which promote radical traditions of race-conscious...

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Publicado en:Quadrant Magazine Vol. 63; no. 1/2; pp. 18 - 26
Autor principal: BALDWIN, PETER
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Quadrant Magazine Co Inc. Jan/Feb2019
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Sumario:The author discusses the inherent racism of identity politics. Topics include the efforts theorists of identity politics to perpetuate racial distinctions versus wanting to transcend race, the expansion of Critical Race Theory and Whiteness Studies which promote radical traditions of race-conscious mobilization as an empowerment strategy for persons of color, and the argument that racism requires power and privilege over another versus prejudice.