The "Race" of Life--Where Do Kids Get Privilege?

2 years ago
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Did you see the video that went viral a couple years ago, in which a teacher explained the concept of “privilege” to a gym class full of students by having them race to the finish line and try to win a $100 bill?

Kids got to take two steps forward if their parents are still married…and if they have a relationship with their fathers…and if they “never had to help mom or dad with bills.” And, sadly, far too many Black American youth can’t say those things apply to them...

This experiment resonated with a lot of people. But I note several improvements that need to be made, to more accurately represent American Capitalism and the PROBLEMS with teaching kids about "White Privilege."

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