Over the past two decades privilege theory has become the dominant theme in anti-racism education. In many ways it has become the only theme. White privilege is called upon to explain historical and current inequality, but also, crucially, as an antidote to inequality. During this time, privilege…

In late August, the Los Angeles city council voted to end the city’s celebration of Columbus Day. That same week, across the continent, a furor was foaming over the fact that New York City mayor Bill de Blasio was considering taking down the iconic statue of Columbus atop a pillar in the circle…