A quest to become more sensitive and less offensive, more intentional and less apathetic, more aware and less blinded, more open and less narrow, when it comes to the issue of race in our country.
When I hear people describing the U.S. as “post-racial” now that we have elected an African-American as our President, I just cringe. Because I know nothing could be further from the truth.
I am racist. And I hate that I am.
It’s time for me to be proactive in trying to change. Like any sin, I know I’ll never be completely free from racism. But I could certainly stand to do better.
Will you come with me on this quest?
To my (fellow) white American friends:
One obstacle that stands in the way of you and me in our desire to become less racist is that we are members of the dominant culture. The result is that we have a huge blind spot when it comes to race issues. We can’t really change our cultural background. But we can help shrink the blind spot by learning from members of minority cultures.
I’ve just subscribed to a great blog called Resist Racism. I’d love for you to subscribe, too. Even if you don’t subscribe, I highly recommend you reading their post called “Racism 101”. (Also…if you feel compelled to comment on any of their posts, make sure you read “We’ve Heard It Before” first!)
I’m also going to start utilizing this blog more to highlight other great sources that help me in my journey to become less racist. Please also share with me anything that has helped, or is helping you, on your journeys as well.
To my American friends of color:
I don’t want to you to feel like you have to try to be a representative for your entire culture. But I do want to learn from you. It’s not your responsibility to educate me. But if you have a personal account or a resource you would like to share with me, I would be very grateful.
By God’s grace, may we all grow to be more like Christ, and make this world a better reflection of Him, through this journey!
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