– Making concrete connection to the readings, name and discuss the implications of some of the fundamental precepts of racial logics in upholding white supremacy and the significance of the heteropatriarchy in doing so (e.g., 3 pillars; nuclear family; etc.). How does this kind of structural oppression impact different communities? Use the framework offered by Andrea Smith to discuss one contemporary example and make sure to pay close attention to the critical terms to make sure your diction is correct.-Why is a shift in perception toward racial logics and understanding racial hierarchies important? What is faulty with the logic of an essentialist, single-issue approach to identity and the hierarchy of oppression in politics—i.e., despite good intent, why do such models fall short and what do they not allow room for thinking about? What are some suggestions for change in the text?
