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Critical Race Theory In 15 Lines

Critical Race Theory has been around for a long time, Taught in college and university Departments of Sociology Very obtuse and obscure, as far as academic theories go; To understand it well requires a degree in anthropology, Or, if you choose, Origins in Anthropology and Psychology. It is a discipline, an academic tool, which outlines parameters Within which one can begin to understand race bias and culture And, systemic racism, to be sure; subjects needed to understand Why deep divisions between the races fester and are nurtured In America, where race issues hover us like a vicious vulture. Like so many academic ideologies, i.e. the God Is Dead movement, Critical Race Theory has been seized upon by conservatives as a Cause celebre, with few of them understanding what it is all about, And become a buzzword for racial unrest fomenting in the BLM, While, actually, it is a theory for discussion in highest level academia. written June 26, 2021 for "Critical Race Theory (CRT) poetry contest sponsored by Anthony Biannco HONORABLE MENTION "CRT False Flag Folks" Poetry Contest All Poetry November 4, 2021

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Regina Mcintosh

Date: 6/27/2021 6:45:00 PM

Very interesting and thought provoking indeed... I had to look it up when I decided to write a poem for the contest and mine isn't nearly as intelligent as this... God bless you always. Love, Gina

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/27/2021 6:47:00 PM

Thank you, Gina. I appreciate your thoughts. Have a wonderful week ahead. Glad you found my poem "interesting and thought-provoking."

Frederic Parker

Date: 6/27/2021 3:04:00 PM

well said...it seems like thinking and having an intellectual discussion is becoming something to fear, and is the first sign to burning all the books...good luck in the contest

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/27/2021 6:53:00 PM

So true, Frederic. The hue and cry is "should it be allowed in the elementary schools," etc. Personally, I doubt that many elementary teachers, much less children, would be intellectually mature enough to assimilate the foundations of this theory. It is quite obtuse. And before I get flamed, I don't mean this a slap at elementary school teachers. Hey, I have a doctor's degree in theology, and I find it extremely difficult. I don't want to get hung up in this theory that is being ripped by the far-right, almost all of whom do not understand it.

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 6/27/2021 10:48:00 AM

Wonderful write friend. I has no idea about this, now I know something. In case you find any mistake in my poems do drop a note in comments section. Have a wonderful day ahead.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/27/2021 10:58:00 AM

Aw, thanks, Rama. I find your writing exhilarating and enjoyable. If I saw something I thought you would want brought to your attention, I'd do so. You have a wonderful week coming up.

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 6/27/2021 8:41:00 AM

Thanks for elucidating this Milton! Great write

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/27/2021 8:48:00 AM

Thanks, Unseeking Seeker. I appreciate your read.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 6/26/2021 9:25:00 PM

This is so sad but true "deep divisions between the races fester and are nurtured In America, " For sure!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/26/2021 10:22:00 PM

Yes, it is sad. I know very little about the many-faceted layers of CRT. What I did was a bit of superficial research and just put down what I learned in that form. It's a very complicated theory, and I don't think most of us could really do it justice. It will be interesting to see what Anthony chooses.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 6/26/2021 9:12:00 PM

What a marvelous bit of luck for me: I was just reading about the history of CRT in the WSJ today, and now you have provided me a great review of the subject matter! Thank you for services rendered. As usual, the 'madding crowd' has squeezed the essence out of the subject and turned it into a weapon for those with unfavorable agendas on both the right and the left. Great one, my friend! Thanks againk gw

L Milton Hankins
Date: 6/26/2021 9:20:00 PM

Thanks, gw. I appreciate your read and your thoughtful, informative comment. I know very little about the CRT theory, but I know it is being used by the far right, who probably have less understanding of it than I do. Glad you are boning up on the subject, friend.