To be part of the debate is to belong. Can you imagine a rule that says that Black / Muslim / Peruvian / LGBT scientists cannot be criticised? Exclusion from criticism is still exclusion.

Yes, you are representative. No, it’s not fair. But perhaps, there are the first steps in being taken seriously and not put in the “do not touch” box. The prevailing majority will never appreciate your responsibility and sensitivity, but what is the real alternative? — a “do not hit” list?