Communication Quote by Rumaan Alam
“The cultural conversation around privilege has grown vibrant enough that the ultimate privilege is to just ignore it altogether. Some decry this conversation as pernicious. I don't agree.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The New Yorker, 2021
He argues that ignoring privilege is itself a privilege, challenging critics.
In simple terms: Ignoring privilege is a form of privilege.
Confront privilege rather than dismiss it.
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Type
When to use this quote
- education
- policy making
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the costs of ignoring privilege?
- How can conversations about privilege be constructive?
May provoke defensive reactions.