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“Race is such a contentious issue because of the painful history of racism. Race didn't create racism, but racism created race.” quote by Rachel Dolezal — Download Open image

“Race is such a contentious issue because of the painful history of racism. Race didn't create racism, but racism created race.”

Rachel Dolezal

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