Combating systemic racism from "summary" of How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
To truly be antiracist, we must actively work to dismantle the systems that perpetuate racism in our society. This means recognizing that racism is not just about individual acts of discrimination, but also about the ways in which our institutions and structures are built to advantage certain groups while disadvantaging others. Systemic racism is deeply ingrained in our society, and it affects every aspect of our lives, from education to healthcare to criminal justice. To combat systemic racism, we must be willing to challenge the status quo and advocate for policies that promote equality and justic...
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