Lisa May
Lisa May
Sep 1, 2018 · 3 min read
“Change” is just a plane ticket away.

Black Privilege Exists

I may not be who some consider black but it’s what describes me on my birth certificate and the protocol when I get stopped by the police in America.

In American culture, white privilege is an accepted form of life suppression as people of color traditionally strive for success. “I have to work for The Man,” or “The White Man got me down,” are popular excuses not to strive for more or pursue happiness in life.

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Lisa May

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Lisa May

Founder of Elevated Nomad. Guiding individuals to upgrade their lives with remote life & work. www.elevatednomad.com

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