The hottest Racism Substack posts right now

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Apperceptive (moved to buttondown) 8 implied HN points 05 May 23
  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.
Some Unpleasant Arithmetic 4 implied HN points 11 Mar 24
  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.
Wayne's Earth 0 implied HN points 16 Dec 22
  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.
Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends 0 implied HN points 27 May 22
  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.
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Symbolic Capital(ism) 0 implied HN points 01 Jul 22
  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.
Wadds Inc. newsletter 0 implied HN points 12 Apr 21
  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.