Monday, February 16, 2015

Condemning Extremist Muslim Acts and White Privilege [Video]

Many people condemned the Charlie Hebdo attacks in France, but why do Muslims often feel like they have to  announce their condemnation with greater fervor than other ethnic and racial groups do?  In fact, why does it seem like there is pressure for individuals to explain the actions of people who look like them?  And why doesn't that apply to whites in the US?

Let this funny Daily Show video be a good start to this conversation in your classroom.

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