Gosh, I must’ve been hiding behind the door when they passed out ‘White Privilege” -
I could’ve used some of that - especially after, at age 14 in 1949 - I found myself on my own. I found a job working my room and board and managed to graduate high school - ‘college course’, honor role.
But there was no college for me, no local scholarships etc - those were reserved for boys.
I had to work to pay for a place to live and food to eat...at little more than a third of the ‘salary’ as males - and no insurance.
That situation never really changed for me in ‘my’ time - even tho’ I held the same positions as a males, I was paid far less - and they got the promotions.
I am excited for my granddaughters these days. They do not face that. Indeed,they are making great salaries, some over $100,000. They are finally ‘equal.’
“White Privilege” classes: G.W. Bush pointed it out - an insult to blacks - low expectations.
What about classes featuring the MANY blacks that have ‘made it’ - through hard work and perseverance - self responsibility ?
Fascinating story, very inspiring.
Your granddaughters are very lucky to have you for a grandma.