Kamala Harris illustrates how complex identity is and the pressure many multiracial people feel to put themselves in one 'box'
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from The Conversation5 months ago
Kamala Harris illustrates the complexity of identity, revealing how her biracial background as both Indian and Black shapes her sense of self, amidst external pressures.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/kamala-harris-illustrates-how-complex-identity-is-and-the-pressure-many-multiracial-people-feel-to-put-themselves-in-one-box-236932
In her autobiography, Kamala Harris reflects on how her mother instilled in her and her sister a strong sense of identity as proud Black women, aware of the societal perceptions they'd face.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/kamala-harris-illustrates-how-complex-identity-is-and-the-pressure-many-multiracial-people-feel-to-put-themselves-in-one-box-236932
The questioning of Harris' identity by former President Trump highlights a narrow perspective on race, suggesting the importance of understanding the multifaceted nature of identity beyond binary categories.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/kamala-harris-illustrates-how-complex-identity-is-and-the-pressure-many-multiracial-people-feel-to-put-themselves-in-one-box-236932
Harris' parents, through their engagement with radical politics and community organizing during the civil rights movement, forged a strong cultural identity that deeply influenced her sense of self.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/kamala-harris-illustrates-how-complex-identity-is-and-the-pressure-many-multiracial-people-feel-to-put-themselves-in-one-box-236932
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