Powers described his journey of raising Black children in a predominantly white community, saying, "We were excited to move to a place that felt like home, but we soon realized that the racial makeup of the area conditioned how our family was perceived and engaged with by our neighbors." This experience opened his eyes to the systemic issues still existing in these supposedly safe spaces.
Reflecting on structural racism, Powers noted, "Despite the socioeconomic advantages offered by mountain living, my family still faces overt and subtle reminders of our difference in a community that lacks diversity. The legacy of racism doesn’t simply dissipate because the environment improves." This highlights the complexities of racial identity amidst economic advancement.
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