The term "woke" has become widely popular among conservatives in America to criticize those who refer to racism as a problem that must be dealt with. Liberals insist that the subject be taught in schools so young people become aware of the problem and look for ways to deal with it.
However, many conservatives deny that such bias exists. Left unsaid is the notion that the word may be appropriate, and therefore they attack use of the word "woke" without bothering to explain its meaning.
Here's a bit of background:
The term was coined in Harlem during the Depression Era when young people went to find jobs in other areas of New York City. Many were not fully aware of the bias they were likely to encounter, so when they returned home they "woke" to the reality.
Recently, conservative commentators and political leaders began using the word to attack those who want to end such bias. In effect, they deny that bias exists.
This leads commentator Pug Mahoney to call it the "pharaoh syndrome" -- king of denial.
However, many conservatives deny that such bias exists. Left unsaid is the notion that the word may be appropriate, and therefore they attack use of the word "woke" without bothering to explain its meaning.
Here's a bit of background:
The term was coined in Harlem during the Depression Era when young people went to find jobs in other areas of New York City. Many were not fully aware of the bias they were likely to encounter, so when they returned home they "woke" to the reality.
Recently, conservative commentators and political leaders began using the word to attack those who want to end such bias. In effect, they deny that bias exists.
This leads commentator Pug Mahoney to call it the "pharaoh syndrome" -- king of denial.
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