You may see many posts about racism. You may also think that your circle of friends is of a like mind and therefore they are also seeing them. BUT...
I know, from firsthand experience when I posted the @Starbucks video, that I was WRONG IN THAT ASSUMPTION.
Too many of us have been silent for too long. Our voices are needed more than ever to fight racism and social injustice. Start by sharing and amplifying the voices of people of color. It's a simple first step to #ShowUp.
I love that you guys are liking my tweet, BUT CAN YOU ALSO RT PLEASE. (Refer to first tweet in this thread...) #ShowUp@privtoprog
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On April 12, @MichelleSaahene and I sparked a national conversation with the video of two young men being unjustly arrested @starbucks for doing what people who look like me do every day without incident.
That conversation started a movement to build awareness that when allies educate themselves, speak up in their everyday lives and amplify on social media, they choose to be part of the solution.
It's time to rally, white allies. If you have been silent because you believe the fight against racism is not your place or you don't know how to get involved, the first step is to speak up--on social media and in person. It matters. #ShowUp
There are way too few of us speaking up in our circles of influence. Your voice is needed. You can set an example of how allies can #ShowUp against racism.
YOU can be the person that models how to #ShowUp, how to use your privilege for progress.