Kendipalooza #3: The Only Remedy to Past Discrimination is Present Discrimination | Purdue
This is our third conversation about Ibram X. Kendi’s claim: “The only remedy to past discrimination is present discrimination.” A unique element in this discussion came from Indian American students who considered the claim in light of the British colonization of India.
This is part three of “Kendipalooza.” You can view Peter’s reflection on the claim and the first conversation in the series here and the second discussion here.
Very nice. Thoughtful, open conversations.
The 1st speaker (on strongly disagree) makes a good point about how discrimination can create a vicious cycle. It also creates a bad incentive structure that rewards a victim mentality. One other point I haven't seen raised yet in this series is the idea of weighing trade-offs, especially if you go past the issue of affirmative action in university admissions. Say, for example, imposing equity in matters of criminal justice. You may reduce disparities in prison populations, but likely at the expense of public safety.