TED: 3 myths about racism that keep the US from progress | Candis Watts Smith

The video discusses the complexities of racism in America, highlighting personal reflections and societal challenges. It dispels myths about regional racism, emphasizes the need for a shared understanding of racism, and critiques the narrow definitions that hinder progress. The speaker calls for action at local levels and stresses the importance of educating youth to foster a post-racist world.

What does the speaker suggest is a common American perspective on progress?

• Believing that progress is unnecessary

• Focusing solely on past achievements

• Ignoring the potential for future improvements

• Celebrating the distance between past and present

Why does the speaker believe a shared definition of racism is important?

• To create a more racially egalitarian society

• To focus on individual rather than systemic issues

• To simplify discussions about race

• To avoid talking about racism altogether

According to the speaker, which regions are now competing for the title of most prejudiced?

• The West and the Midwest

• The South and the Northeast

• The Midwest and the Northeast

• The South and the West

What does the speaker propose as a way to address racial disparities?

• Ignoring racial issues altogether

• Only addressing individual prejudices

• Focusing on local and state-level changes

• Relying on federal government intervention

What does the speaker suggest about the effectiveness of identifying racists?

• It is unnecessary in modern society

• It often overlooks current policy issues

• It is the most effective way to combat racism

• It should focus on historical figures

What is a common misconception about young people's role in eradicating racism?

• They will automatically solve racial issues

• They are not interested in diversity

• They have more black friends than older generations

• They are less conservative than older generations

What does the speaker suggest about the racial attitudes of white millennials compared to boomers?

• They have no interest in racial issues

• They are sometimes more conservative

• They are always more progressive

• They are more diverse in their friendships

What does the speaker suggest about the role of parents in addressing racism?

• Parents should teach colorblindness

• Parents should rely on schools to teach about racism

• Parents should avoid discussing racism

• Parents should have open conversations about racism

What is the speaker's view on the belief that racism will end with older generations?

• It is not important

• It is a misconception

• It is a realistic expectation

• It is already happening

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between systems and racism?

• Racism is not influenced by systems

• Systems and policies play a significant role

• Systems are irrelevant to racial issues

• Racism is only a personal issue