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The first literary "race warrior"

WORLD GONE WRONG • 98 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
📚 Literature Racism Dystopia Fiction Slavery Genre
  1. Mary Howard Schoolcraft was a notable figure for being the first literary 'race warrior' with her novel 'The Black Gauntlet'.
  2. Anti-Toms were pro-slavery novels that countered 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' and were popular during that era.
  3. Schoolcraft's novel was characterized by obsessively racist themes and was a pioneering work in the genre of 'race war' dystopia.

Tromp and Racism

Outlandish Claims • 19 implied HN points • 01 May 24
💾 History Racism Eugenics Genetics Succession
  1. Francis Galton advocated for eugenic breeding based on historical geniuses, but his methodology was flawed due to privilege and biases
  2. Tromp's rise in the naval ranks was largely due to his father's influence, showcasing how privilege can overshadow actual ability
  3. Galton's ideas on hereditary genius and scientific racism highlight the dangers of attributing success solely to genetics, legitimizing historical injustices and fostering bigotry

America's first dystopian novel

WORLD GONE WRONG • 78 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23
📚 Literature Dystopian Race relations Social Dynamics Racism
  1. America's first dystopian novel, 'Sojourn in the City of Amalgamation,' was written in 1835 by Jerome Bonaparte Holgate under the pseudonym 'Oliver Bolokitten.'
  2. The novel focuses on a society where interracial reproduction is encouraged as a solution to racial prejudice, reflecting the racial tensions and debates of the time.
  3. Dystopian fiction often explores social dynamics, and in America, race plays a significant role due to its powerful impact on society and the fears associated with racial supremacy.
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Klu Klux Kountry

Diane Francis • 519 implied HN points • 09 Sep 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political History Fascism Racism Republican party
  1. America has a complicated history that includes elements of racism and authoritarianism. This has been part of the country's identity since its founding and continues to influence politics today.
  2. The Republican Party has shifted away from its original values and now carries ideas similar to those of the Klu Klux Klan. This includes promoting a culture of discrimination and a longing for a past that favored their interests.
  3. There is a growing concern that democracy in America is under threat from factions that are using distorted political practices. Many believe that if these groups gain more power, they could dismantle important rights and freedoms.

Will the Finnish Government Fall due to Forums Posting?

Ahpocalypse Now • 58 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Government Internet Racism Nationalism Scandal
  1. The Finnish Government is facing significant scrutiny due to online forum posts made by a government minister.
  2. The forum posts have revealed racist and controversial statements made by the minister in the past, causing backlash.
  3. The situation could lead to a vote of no confidence in the government, potentially resulting in its downfall.

Harry and Meghan's Nuke

Diane Francis • 319 implied HN points • 11 Mar 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Monarchy Racism Media Geopolitics
  1. The British Royal Family is facing serious scrutiny after Harry and Meghan's revealing interview. The couple shared troubling experiences about racism and mental health struggles within the royal circle.
  2. Many Commonwealth nations, like Barbados, are reconsidering their ties to the monarchy. This shift is fueled by historical issues like colonialism and recent revelations from Harry and Meghan's stories.
  3. There is a growing call in countries like Australia and Canada to replace the monarchy with local leadership. People feel it's time for a head of state who truly represents their nation's citizens.

Woke Racism

The Carousel • 28 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discrimination Racism Monopoly Anti-racism Inequality
  1. The concept of 'woke racism' highlights situations where discrimination occurs under the guise of being progressive or equitable.
  2. The text discusses how certain corporations, like Google, have faced criticism for discriminatory practices towards white individuals, despite claims of promoting diversity and inclusivity.
  3. There is a criticism of the idea that anti-racism can sometimes exhibit behaviors that are essentially racist, such as discriminating against individuals based on their race.

Racism and Reckoning in Classical Music

Variations on a Theme • 19 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🎶 Music Classical Racism Art Culture History
  1. Classical music industry faces financial challenges and struggles post COVID-19 shutdowns, impacting organizations nationwide.
  2. Issues of racism in classical music industry raised by scholars and media, impacting musicology programs and leading to controversial discussions on composers' legacies.
  3. Classical music institutions are grappling with maintaining tradition while adapting to popular culture demands, facing challenges in attracting audiences and dealing with internal controversies.

Fantasy Racism

Tom Thought • 19 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Fantasy Racism Stereotypes
  1. A racialized worldview is a mental model that simplifies human diversity into distinct groups based on combined biological and cultural traits.
  2. Fantasy, especially influenced by Tolkien, often presents a racialized utopia where different races cooperate, each bringing unique strengths to the table.
  3. Despite recent D&D rules changes around racial stereotypes, fantasy racism is deeply ingrained in the game's identity, offering a way to play with racial tropes in a fantasy setting.

Blacks Should Never Give Up their Guns

Journal of Free Black Thought • 46 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control Racism History Government Overreach
  1. Gun control is seen as oppressive by some who believe it infringes on the liberty of citizens, especially those vulnerable to oppression.
  2. The right to bear arms is viewed as safeguard against government tyranny, based on historical examples of gun control leading to minority persecution.
  3. History shows that gun control laws have often disproportionately impacted minority groups, leading to the belief that all gun control is universally oppressive.

The Anatomy of a Viral Tweet: Rage Farming Edition

Weaponized • 33 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Social media Racism Viral Content
  1. Social media platforms are being exploited by bad actors for monetizing hate through tactics like rage farming.
  2. Rage farming involves posting provocative content to stoke outrage, often among political adversaries, and is prevalent on major social media sites.
  3. Engaging with outrage content online, even negatively, fuels further spread and monetization of that content through algorithmic amplification.

The Advent of “Feather Alerts” is a Great Time to Reflect on How Racist Antiracism Has Gotten

I Might Be Wrong • 15 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Equality Statistics Legislation
  1. California has implemented race-specific alert systems like Ebony Alerts and Feather Alerts, which raise questions about the approach to addressing racial disparities.
  2. The use of separate but equality-named systems like Ebony Alerts and Feather Alerts in California highlights flaws in current antiracist practices.
  3. Lawmakers embracing race-based thinking by passing the Ebony Alerts and Feather Alerts bills reflects a concerning trend of ineffective responses to racial disparities.

Is "artificial intelligence" as a term per se racist?

Apperceptive (moved to buttondown) • 8 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Racism Intelligence Research Ethics
  1. Artificial intelligence term originates from a time of great optimism and confidence in modeling human intelligence.
  2. Early AI researchers focused on abilities like linguistic fluency and chess skills, which are not central to human intelligence.
  3. Historically, the measures of intelligence used in AI development have roots in racism and socioeconomic factors.

Mini Post #5: The First BlocKKKbuster

Some Unpleasant Arithmetic • 4 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Film Racism Social Impact History Entertainment
  1. Movies with racist content, like 'Birth of a Nation,' can contribute to a rise in racial violence and support for hate groups like the Ku Klux Klan.
  2. The popularity and influence of a racist movie such as 'Birth of a Nation' had a significant impact on racial violence and the growth of the KKK.
  3. The study found that the screening of 'Birth of a Nation' was associated with an increase in racial violence and Klan membership over a period of time.

✅ Monday briefing: Institutional racism, new books, state of journalism, relevance report, Wikipedia engagement, COVID-19 PR toolstack, April WaddsCon and more…

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 12 Apr 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Journalism Social media Public Relations Research
  1. There is ongoing debate about institutional racism, especially regarding how government's findings may overlook significant issues faced by minority groups.
  2. The future of office spaces is shifting towards comfort and calming designs to fit the post-pandemic world.
  3. The relationship between journalists and PR professionals is generally positive, but both sides see areas where it can improve.

Examining the Problem of Racism on Medium.com

Wayne's Earth • 0 implied HN points • 16 Dec 22
🎭️ Culture Racism Popular culture Discrimination Inclusivity
  1. Some Black writers on Medium may get away with racism by framing discrimination as personal perspective or opinion, rather than bigotry.
  2. Racism has been normalized in popular culture, allowing Black writers to make racist jokes or comments without facing consequences.
  3. Certain Black writers use their race as an excuse for making discriminatory remarks, hiding behind free speech while avoiding criticism.

"The attack is an advertisement"

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 27 May 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Extremism Disinformation Violence
  1. The attack carried out by a white supremacist was seen as an advertisement for his racist beliefs, attracting attention through various means like live streams, memes, and news coverage.
  2. The response from white supremacists in online forums to the attack came in three forms: false flag theories, sleuthing, and hero worship, all conveyed with a casual and disturbing tone.
  3. The experience of delving into extremist online communities led to a deeper understanding of their vocabulary and tactics, prompting reflection on the role of media and the spread of dangerous ideologies.

On Clarence Thomas, White Liberals and Acceptable Racism

Symbolic Capital(ism) • 0 implied HN points • 01 Jul 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Race Abortion Identity politics Social justice Racism
  1. Racism from any group, even if perceived as progressive, is never acceptable. It's crucial to recognize and address racism within all communities.
  2. Clarence Thomas' views are influenced by his mistrust of white liberals and his alignment with black nationalism. His perspective sheds light on the complexities of race relations in the U.S.
  3. Advocates for social justice should be honest about their motivations and avoid using supposed altruism as an excuse for racist behavior. It's important to advocate for important causes without resorting to discrimination.