Quote by Henry Louis Gates

But you see, our society is still trapped in this binary, black/white logic and that has had some very positive implications for our generation. It's had some very negative ones as well and one of the negative ones is that it creates enormous identity problems for people who have one black ancestor and all white ancestors for example.

But you see, our society is still trapped in this binary, bl

Summary

This quote highlights the societal struggle with binary thinking, particularly in terms of race and identity. It suggests that our society often adheres to a black/white framework, which has led to both positive and negative consequences. On one hand, this binary logic may have helped previous generations in developing clear identities. However, on the other hand, it can pose significant challenges for individuals who belong to mixed race backgrounds, facing immense identity issues due to the rigid categorizations imposed by society.

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By Henry Louis Gates

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