You might be familiar with what "pretty privilege" is — the idea that conventionally attractive people reap more benefits from society due to their looks — but have you ever considered "ugly privilege ...
Privilege is such a fraught word. People can’t help but pay attention when they hear it. For many, it’s a dirty word and an even worse concept. It usually implies potentially unfair or undeserved ...
White privilege is so misunderstood. It’s right up there with cultural appropriation and “Black Lives Matter” among things people keep getting wrong. Contrary to popular belief, White privilege ...
The plight of Pierre, &c. Up north and down here, &c. 9/11 as ‘inside job,’ &c. Audio By Carbonatix In a column last Friday, I discussed “privilege,” which often means money: “She comes from privilege ...
“White privilege is a term that more people are talking openly about these days. Certainly, people like me have long understood what it means,” said the questioner. “Secretary Clinton, can you tell us ...
I am writing, as a white woman, against Ingrid Jacques’ mocking of those who say: “As white women, we need to use our privilege to make positive changes.” Why not use our privilege for good? Jacques ...