Because of his 'black' father, Thomas always viewed himself as black. In line with the 'one drop rule' which dictates anyone with a drop of 'black blood' is black. But, as the father of two 'white' looking children he began to question that concept. Thomas Chatterton Williams, author of ‘Self-Portrait in Black and White: Unlearning Race’ spoke to us about his issues with race as a concept.
Should we abolish the concept of race entirely?
Because of his 'black' father, Thomas always viewed himself as black. In line with the 'one drop ...
16.21 11 Feb 2020
Should we abolish the concept of race entirely?
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