The presence of a few Black people can make a space seem diverse to white people. But for Black people, the white space is unchanged, and the rules of engagement are intact. Our survival depends on our ability to make sense of racialized expectations for us in every environment we enter. We know that anything can happen at any time: at a moment’s notice, you can go from experiencing a runner’s high to being hunted down, and there will be no recourse. So where do you run to avoid the risks? How much do you limit yourself? Do you choose safety, or do you choose exploration? If you choose
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