Questions About White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son

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If I start reading this am I going to instantly regret reading an obnoxious white guy mansplaining about race?

Sharon Montgomery I think the answer is about interpretation. If you already know all of the history and the specifics of those consequences deeply, then it may seem ba…moreI think the answer is about interpretation. If you already know all of the history and the specifics of those consequences deeply, then it may seem basic to you. I'm listening to the audible version as well, and he (and his content) feels authentic and sincere. I doubt that Tim Wise would be as respected as he is if he came across obnoxious or redundant. (less)

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Anyone one read this one? Rating????

Che I enjoyed it. I think he did a good job of exploring his privilege and trying to explain his world views as he grew up. I also like that he revisited …moreI enjoyed it. I think he did a good job of exploring his privilege and trying to explain his world views as he grew up. I also like that he revisited it and updated the newest releases of it with fresh prospective. I think you should invest in reading it.(less)

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