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First, it’s not binary — you don’t get just one, Daniel.

Next, nobody’s waiting for Daniel to explain words from Daniel’s small universe of experience.

Finally, don’t be sullen and reductive. It casts you as so very small, Daniel.

Privilege is a special advantage or right. It can be earned or awarded. White people have a special advantage over others given how they look, they same way slim people do or attractive people do.

It is a truth over much of the world. I can only assume you don’t travel. All throughout Middle and Far East Asia, “Look Whiter, Be Better” is an common ad scheme.

Grow up. If it’s unpleasant, change it don’t lie about it.

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Catherine Pugh, Esq.
Catherine Pugh, Esq.

Written by Catherine Pugh, Esq.

Private Counsel. Former DOJ-CRT, Special Litigation Section, Public Defender; Adjunct Professor (law & undergrad). Developed Race & Law course.

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