Ruby Sales: How we can start to heal the pain of racial division

The speaker recounts a personal experience with racism during the Civil Rights Movement, highlighting the murder of Jonathan Daniels. The narrative explores the enduring impact of racism and calls for a collective effort to address the culture of whiteness. The speaker emphasizes the need for redemption, healing, and using technology positively to overcome racial divides.

What was the primary goal of the nonviolent movement the speaker was involved in?

• To gain political power

• To redeem the souls of America

• To promote economic growth

• To establish a new government

Who saved the speaker's life during the confrontation with a man holding a shotgun?

• Tom Coleman

• Jonathan Daniels

• Joyce Bailey

• Father Morrisroe

What does the speaker identify as a persistent issue in the nation?

• Economic inequality

• Political corruption

• Environmental degradation

• Racism

According to the speaker, what is the 'culture of whiteness'?

• A personal belief system

• A systemic and organized set of beliefs

• A cultural trend

• A historical event

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to overcome the culture of whiteness?

• Promoting individualism

• Focusing on economic growth

• Connecting with our authentic selves

• Ignoring racial issues

What role does the speaker believe technology should play in the future?

• To maintain the status quo

• To elevate and connect people

• To replace human interaction

• To control information

What does the speaker propose as a model for movements for racial justice?

• Punitive measures

• Redemptive approaches

• Economic sanctions

• Political lobbying

How does the speaker suggest we should use our collective narratives?

• To entertain

• To build unity and understanding

• To promote individual stories

• To create division

What does the speaker believe is tied to our redemption?

• The redemption of those who oppress us

• Economic success

• Cultural dominance

• Political power

What question does the speaker pose about healing?

• Do you want to be healed?

• Do you want to be powerful?

• Do you want to be wealthy?

• Do you want to be famous?