Ask the White Guy on Racism, Bigotry & White Privilege
The White Guy says that while some white people dislike the concept of white privilege, it is possible to use white privilege to open doors for others for the greater good.
Read more ›The White Guy says that while some white people dislike the concept of white privilege, it is possible to use white privilege to open doors for others for the greater good.
Read more ›The White Guy’s response to a question about whether Kanye West was racist when he said former President George W. Bush “doesn’t care about Black people” triggered some confused e-mails. Here, Luke Visconti explains the difference between a racist and a bigot, and why Black people can’t be racist toward white people.
Read more ›The White Guy explains why Kanye West’s statement “George Bush doesn’t care about Black people” can’t be racist. Read his explanation here.
Read more ›DiversityInc readers responded to a controversial topic: Juan Williams was fired from his job as an NPR news analyst after he made a remark about Muslims. Is he a bigot or was he just being honest? The White Guy responded, and these comments poured in.
Read more ›A DiversityInc reader asks the White Guy if NPR’s former news analyst’s remark about Muslims makes him a bigot or if he was just being honest. Read the White Guy’s answer here.
Read more ›A DiversityInc reader asks “what else” was going on in the life of a gay college student who committed suicide after his roommate secretly filmed and broadcast a video of him kissing another man. Read why the White Guy says this question is pointless and offensive.
Read more ›The history of oppressing Black and LGBT service people has striking parallels. In the latest installment of Ask the White Guy, DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti explains why the president needs to sign an executive order to repeal “don’t ask, don’t tell” right now.
Read more ›The White Guy responds to a reader’s comment that questions the effectiveness and sincerity of diversity work in corporate America.
Read more ›The White Guy responds to a reader’s inquiry by breaking down how data on retention rates can be analyzed, but he warns about discussing diversity topics in certain professional circles.
Read more ›In response to a comment from a reader regarding diversity “propaganda,” the White Guy drives home the point of the importance of diversity training and LGBT-friendly workplaces.
Read more ›The White Guy tells how to create a truly inclusive company to attract an engaged, productive and innovative talent pool.
Read more ›The White Guy responds to a reader’s comment regarding the imminent repeal of “don’t ask, don’t tell” and what consequences could result when cultures conflict where our troops are stationed abroad.
Read more ›In response to a recent Politico article, “Dems’ Tough New Immigration Pitch,” DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti explains how dangerous it is to pander to haters and how a market downturn spurs social change.
Read more ›In response to our article “Arizona Gov. Signs Controversial Immigration Bill Into Law,” DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti explains why the term “illegal immigrant” should offend any loyal American and how allowing law enforcement to stop Latinos to verify their immigration status is racial profiling.
Read more ›In response to a comment on the article “Ask the White Guy: How Do We Recruit Latino College Grads?”, DiversityInc CEO Luke Visconti shows how sincere commitment to the Latino community and a genuine understanding of culture can lead to rewarding networking experiences and successful business relationships.
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