“The wholesale demonization of everything white and male.”

“Why should I be hated for who I cannot help but be? As a black man in America, that resonated with me.”

When you trick the algorithm of your existence, you’ll get some diversified experiences. It’s time to grow…”

Amen!

 

In an unmissable talk about race and politics in America, Theo E.J. Wilson tells the story of becoming Lucius25, white supremacist lurker, and the unexpected compassion and surprising perspective he found from engaging with people he disagrees with. He encourages us to let go of fear, embrace curiosity and have courageous conversations with people who think differently from us. “Conversations stop violence, conversations start countries and build bridges,” he says.