THIS IS REVOLUTION>podcast Ep. 167: The Politics of Privilege and What Happened to Nina Turner in Ohio w/ Stefan Bertram Lee and Paul Patakeas

“Privilege” is a near ubiquitous term in activist circles. However, in the aftermath of the Trump era, terms such as “white privilege” and “male privilege” have increasingly gained currency amongst mainstream liberals. Indeed, “check your privilege” has become a popular refrain amongst many in the media as well as elements of the political and economic establishment. What is “privilege” discourse? What explains its increasing popularity? And why might such discourse be problematic?

 
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