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Woke Racism

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John McWhorter

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People of good will across the political spectrum are questioning how the discourse on race has become so distorted. Acclaimed linguist John McWhorter argues that a harmful form of neoracism, masquerading as antiracism, is detrimental to black communities and undermines social cohesion. We are encouraged to engage with the works of people of color, yet certain expressions are labeled as 'appropriation.' The narrative suggests that whiteness equates to privilege while blackness signifies victimhood. Many hesitate to voice their opinions for fear of being deemed unwoke or racist. McWhorter contends that a misguided form of antiracism has evolved into a dogmatic belief system that is illogical and counterproductive. In his analysis, he exposes the mechanisms of this new ideology, including the concept of 'white privilege,' the punitive nature of cancel culture, and the zealousness of the 'woke mob.' He argues that this movement, which claims to dismantle racism, inadvertently infantilizes black individuals, sets them up for failure, and enacts policies that harm black communities. While it brands itself as 'antiracism,' it often echoes racial essentialism reminiscent of past racist ideologies. However, McWhorter believes it is still possible to resist this woke racism. He provides strategies for those looking to challenge these beliefs among friends and family and outlines a path toward genuine justice that truly benefits black