The Query

The Illusion Of Social Equality


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Is social equality an achievable or desirable goal? Statistics in 2016 showed that 4 out of 10 African-Americans said they doubt the nation will ever achieve racial equality but as many white Americans believed it has been achieved. In this episode, we ask ourselves is this too much to think about or is it worth fighting for?

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL FIND MORE ABOUT

What is social equality?

The different ways in which people of color self-identify.

The unpopular message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. before his execution.

Are we returning back to the middle age?

Is there a way forward?

Why Manaz is tired of it all.

REFERENCES/CREDITS

On Views of Race and Inequality, Blacks and Whites Are Worlds Apart - Pew Research Center

Study Shows Blacks Will NEVER Gain Wealth Parity With Whites Under the Current System - Black Agenda Report

Music: Burning by Tri-Tachyon

Producer: Oleksandr Hedz

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The QueryBy Manaz Olujimi & Melinda Anderson