I was talking to this guy over at In These Times. He says we shouldn't have "Black", "Negro" or any of the terms in between in the names of our social organizations and institutions because it widens the "Race Chasm," and we shouldn't ask anything of the government.
[ You say, “Black people have only ever tried to close that divide.”]
This is too sweeping a statement. No group is ever unanimous in its beliefs or behavior.
They differed in technique but not intent. See, everyone wants a better life.
Now, keeping in mind that understanding isn’t agreement...do you recognize the government caused damage to Black people by its decisions and actions? And if so, do you think the government should take steps to undo the damage it caused?
