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In reply to the discussion: "Straight White Male: The Lowest Difficulty Setting There Is" [View all]EffieBlack
(14,249 posts)But you're misunderstanding the discussion.
White privilege doesn't mean your life is easy or without problems. It means that, all other things being equal, you don't face the additional obstacles that a black person in the same situation as you must face. It means that your race does not add an another layer of complications and problems on you. It means that it is unlikely that you would willingly trade places with a black person who, in all other respect but their race, is exactly like you.
Recognizing that does not, in any way, suggest that people don't understand or empathize with your situation. I certainly do. I'm glad you're willing to engage in this conversation and present your perspective and hope you are also open to considering the perspective of those of us who are trying to help people better understand what white privilege is and how it works in America.