whitewashing and whining.

[vikki]

Just boosting the signal on the topical subject, the recent racefail in the Supernatural/J2 Big Bang.

From one privileged white girl to another - elizah_jane talks about the importance of elucidating racism.
Like Clockwork - amonitrate talks about why the subject material is problematic and why this must be discussed

Comments

[kaitou_marina]

You know why racism as a topic sucks so bad for people like me (of privilege)? Nobody wants to be racist.

I'm trying to think of a polite way to say this, but none of this should ever be about how badly racism sucks for privileged people. Ever.

Edited because I misread something, but sentiment remains the same. It was a kneejerk reaction because I've seen way too many people being butthurt over being called racist recently, like it's the worst insult in the world.

[vikki]

Thank you very much. I've reached the point where I feel comfortable focusing my attention outward and on the real problem, which is at least a step in the right direction.