"Unpacking the Backpack of White Privilege"

Most of the points made in this reading are ones that I have actively debated, discussed, and analyzed both in the classroom and in more casual conversation, and I must say, I agree with the vast majority of  them. The author brings up valid, often undeniable points regarding American society and the privileges and/or disadvantages that all citizens face. I think it is important to stress the fact that this analysis is inclusive of all races, ethnicities, genders etc because it is often that I find myself and friends taking the approach of looking from "inside" to the "outside" comparing "us" to the "other." This reading brought up a point that I have mostly overlooked: "whiteness" is a race. It is not the baseline from which all else should be compared or critiqued. Rather, it is one of the many. Others should not be expected or encouraged to "catch up" to us but a larger, all encompassing change of society is needed. I recognize that been taught, not necissarly directly, but through societal norms to largely ignore or overlook the privileges that have been granted to me based on my race. I do agree with the author that recognition of this problem is only the first step. I found this reading particularly relatable especially through the use of specific examples in the form of the list that highlight this the difference in advantage that penetrates all aspects of daily life.