Bleh. Caught up on some of the latest Twitter bullshit (thanks to summaries from pals). All I can say is my heart is heavy. Not because of the rampant ignorance (quite aware of that), but because the women calling this shit out forever ago are still not being heard.
My life and perspective have significantly shifted after I decided to alter my Twitter follows to have more BIPOC in the mix. Particularly women. Ex: a fantastic woman, @LaniceSims, called out the bullshit going on under my nose in an org I helped build up. She changed me.
Now, I've become more vocal as per my minimal duties as a privileged white woman. Yet, I get frustrated when I'm thanked for my "bravery" instead of those that taught me. I'm merely the student stepping up; I wouldn't be here if not for the plethora of women that guided me.
I'm taking a moment to remind you all to give credit where it's due and to resist flocking to whiteness due to familiarity and comfort. Get the full story by going to the source and listen! I'm here to be a bridge, but I am not the purpose. I can't be your crutch forever.
So! Go to the source. Follow and support @KimCrayton1 @TatianaTMac @ToriGlass @IjeomaOluo @LaniceSims @Imani_Barbarin @soandsos @AngryBlackLady @radhikamorabia @prisonculture @nhannahjones @ParissAthena @DarkSkyLady and many others... Oh, and @lizzo cuz why aren't you already?
Twitter is a terrible medium for these lists so I can offer plenty more if asked. But, sticking to the point, stop praising white women like me that finally grasp what non-white women have been saying forever. Give credit where it's due and help change this shit. Thanks.
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