I think many of us are now working from Ibram X. Kendi's definitions on
race (
https://www.npr.org/2019/08/15/751070344/theres-no-such-thing-as-not-racist-in-ibram-x-kendis-how-to-be-an-anitracist)
where "not racist" doesn't exist. If we do not take antiracist actions then
we are complicit with the status quo, which is a racist system built for,
and benefits, white people over Black People, Indiginous People, and People
of Color. And, I assume that's the exact reason the Board took a stand.
I've certainly done racist things and I always considered myself a
non-racist but I'm learning and trying everyday to change my behavior and
decision making.

Derek

On Thu, Jul 23, 2020 at 2:23 PM Sammy Jones <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Thanks to Sarah and Gary for their comments of support. I suspect the
> people calling my credentials into question, and questioning my motives
> (and hurling accusations of racism and white supremacy about things I have
> said or not said) would not do so if they knew anything about me or my
> beliefs.
>
> I have already expressly said that I hate racism, am not a racist, and
> despise white supremacy. It's sad that I had to make that statement. But
> fine, it doesn't hurt me to say I'm not a racist, though it certainly pains
> me to be called one.
>
> An apology for some of these hurtful comments would not be inappropriate.
> Certainly my reputation has been needlessly dragged through the mud here on
> this list.
>
> Sammy Jones
>