What Does It Mean to be Anti-Racist?

What events led to the resurgence of the term "anti-racism" in public discourse?

• The election of Barack Obama.

• Police killings of Black individuals like George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.

• The publication of new books on racial justice.

• Increased media coverage of historical civil rights movements.

What defines structural or systemic racism?

• Individual acts of prejudice against someone based on their skin color.

• A society designed in a way that reinforces and perpetuates discrimination against certain races.

• The belief that one's own race is superior to others.

• Policies that appear fair but are intentionally designed to disadvantage a specific race.

According to data from 2012-2016, how did sentences for Black males compare to white males convicted of similar crimes?

• Black males received 19% shorter sentences.

• Black males received 16% longer sentences.

• Black males received 19% longer sentences.

• Sentences were largely identical for both groups.

What narrative about the Civil Rights Movement does Professor Peniel Joseph suggest is often told, leading to a misconception about the current state of racism?

• A narrative that emphasizes ongoing struggles and the need for continuous activism.

• A narrative that highlights the role of international pressure in achieving civil rights.

• A "happy ending" narrative that suggests racism was overcome and society is now "post-racial."

• A narrative that focuses solely on individual acts of heroism rather than systemic change.

Which of the following items is often banned in school dress codes and disproportionately affects Black students?

• Spaghetti straps

• Ripped jeans

• Braids

• Shorts

What is the core difference between being "not racist" and being "anti-racist"?

• "Not racist" means you don't personally hold racist beliefs, while "anti-racist" means you actively work to dismantle racism.

• "Not racist" is a passive stance, while "anti-racist" involves being passive when it comes to racism.

• "Not racist" means you are afraid of Black people, while "anti-racist" means you are not.

• "Not racist" means you avoid discussing race, while "anti-racist" means you only discuss race with people of color.

Which of the following is an example of systemic racism mentioned in the video?

• Individual acts of prejudice.

• Voter ID laws that disenfranchise certain groups.

• Personal biases against specific racial groups.

• Lack of diversity in media representation.

According to the video, what is the first step in becoming anti-racist?

• Educating others about systemic racism.

• Challenging your own biases and prejudices.

• Taking action at a structural level.

• Avoiding conversations about race to prevent conflict.

What was the message of this video lesson?