Tim Wise
"Between Barack and a hard place"

This presenter Tim Wise, argues that we are predisposed to certain beliefs and ideologies which causes us to subconsciously discriminate against others. These discriminations include but are not limited to: racism, gender inequality, sexual orientation etc. However, his presentation mainly focused on the problem on racism. He thinks we have been exposed to racism from childhood onwards. That this is not something we were born with rather it is something learned. We learn this because it has been institutionalized. this institutionalization stems from stereotypical beliefs that have been instilled in us. He spoke about being treated differently from his black schoolmates. that because of privilege they were graded and punished differently. They had different expectations of him and others of his race over those who are black or of a minority group. This differential treatment caused a strain on the relationship between him and his black friends. Not because they grew weary of each other but because of the structure of society.

Unfortunately, these types of behaviors don't stop there. It can be seen in so many different place in our society and on so many different levels. Places this can be seen are: the police forces, healthcare center, banks, investment firms, money markets etc.
He thinks the only way we can start taking steps to fixing this problem is by acknowledging that racism exist. That at some point or another we discriminate. knowingly or unknowing. This he thinks will lead to an open and honest conversation that is needed to truly address this troubling issue.
As i listen to wise i am reminded of Mcintosh "white privilege and  Jane Elliot's "Brown eye-blue eye experiment" which also speaks about racism and the privilege of one at the disadvantage of another.

Here is the link to a funny video that i think relates to racism and privilege.

https://screen.yahoo.com/white-000000112.html