Black Americans know all too well that this country has never been a merit-based society and that working hard is not enough to guarantee you access to the same opportunities extended to White people. This is a discussion many Black parents have with their children, not to discourage them from shooting for the stars but to prepare them for the challenges that await them. Letting a Black child know that some people, simply because of the color of their skin, will attempt to stop their shine isn't easy, but it's a meaningful conversation, given the circumstances. Black students and workers are often expected to be "twice as good" to receive equal treatment. It's not fair, but this is our reality.
Why Are We Still Calling Out Women On Their Skinny Privilege?
You’re one to talk, sorry, but you’re skinny. You wouldn’t understand,” she said. Her words, casual yet cutting, lingered in the air of the locker…