Alan Johnson: Where White Privilege Came From- Main Argument

Johnson is arguing that white privilege, which refers to the unearned benefits and advantages that white people enjoy in society simply because they are white, is deeply ingrained in American history and culture. The author uses personal anecdotes and historical examples to illustrate how white privilege has been passed down through generations, and how it is perpetuated by the system of race and racism in the country. Johnson suggests that acknowledging and understanding this history is important for addressing the moral dilemmas and injustices that result from it, and that stepping off the path of least resistance and actively working towards creating a more equitable society is essential in dismantling white privilege. The image I chose spoke to me about our current political climate and the massive show of white privilage that we saw after the January sixth riots.