Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Privilege

Black Lives Matter has forced a discussion of white privilege. But there are other kinds of privilege, some more toxic.

Wealth privilege: Money talks and money buys and personal values are on the market.

Power privilege: Above the law and out of reach.

Pretty privilege: Looking good and being beautiful gets all kinds of perks and special circumstances…and some envy, too.

Hunk privilege: Put time in the gym and you are worshipped and exude intelligence and self-confidence.

Education privilege: The doors open for the pedigree degree.

Influencer privilege: A relatively new category, but if you can sell it, fame is yours.

Celebrity privilege: Not only fame and money in entertainment and sports, but sponsorships, sales pitches and lots of fawning.

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