Racism is all about point of view
by Dave Winer Wednesday, September 7, 2016

Two stories about point of view and how it leads people to different conclusions about race.

  • Sara Nović writes about her aunt and uncle who are good people, not bigots, not stupid, and are supporting Trump. Beautifully told. This is exactly what I was looking for when I asked for stories of Trump supporters. 
  • Matt Ufford, in a video, shows how people are not listening to Colin Kaepernick, the 49ers quarterback who doesn't stand for the Star Spangled Banner.

Taken together, both these must-read/watch pieces teach us that we all have different points of view that lead us to different incompatible conclusions. What's right for you and me might not be right for someone else. We'd do well to listen, which is what respect means. Listen to what they say, to who they are, first. Then if necessary explain who you are and why you see it differently. 

Can we find a win-win?

Can we find a candidate that works better for all of us, not just white people. Can we understand that racism is a real issue for people who are victims of it. Why not work with them to reduce or eliminate it? Who is it serving? And if you won't listen, who are you helping, and is that what you really want to do?