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To: Lane3 who wrote (20051)	5/31/2006 7:08:45 PM
From: epicure	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 541402

What it actually says is "EMPHASIZING individualism" (implying emphasizing to the exclusion of collectivism)- obviously aimed at the American Indian community- and it's finely stated- nuanced even. But your quote left the nuance out. tch tch tch

To: Lane3 who wrote (20051)	6/1/2006 5:38:31 AM
From: thames_sider	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 541402

having a future time orientation I'm not at all sure what this means, but whatever it is I don't see how it's racist. <edit> Just read this. Message 22502023 Colour me enlightened. As well as flesh. Still not sure that it amounts to racism, though. </edit> I'd say if someone uses the term 'flesh coloured', the instinct of the hearer would be to assume their own. Not so much racist as rather imprecise especially in a mixed crowd. Unless of course 'flesh coloured' is generally understood (in Seattle at least) to mean pinky-white. In which case, as a generally understood term, it's sufficiently accurate without being racist, merely indicating the likely colour of flesh... [OK, I can see what they mean. But anyone fool enough to memo that is either in full CYA mode or has too much time on their hands.]

To: Lane3 who wrote (20051)	6/8/2006 3:11:57 PM
From: TimF	Respond to of 541402

In response to the numerous concerns voiced regarding definitions posted on the Equity & Race website, we have decided to revise our website in a way that will hopefully provide more context to readers around the work that Seattle Public Schools is doing to address institutional racism. The intended purpose of our work in the area of race and social justice is to bring communities together through open dialogue and honest reflection around what is meant by racism and the impact is has on our society and more specifically, our students. Our intention is not to put up additional barriers or develop an “us against them” mindset, nor is it to continue to hold onto unsuccessful concepts such as a melting pot or colorblind mentality. It is our hope that we can explore the work of leading scholars in the areas of race and social justice issues to help us understand the dynamics and realities of how racism permeate throughout our society and use their knowledge to help us create meaningful change. This difficult work is vital to the success of our students and families. Thank you for sharing your concerns. Warm regards, Caprice D. Hollins, Psy.D. Director of Equity & Race Relations Seattle Public Schools seattleschools.org Seattle School District Takes Down Odd Definition of "Cultural Racism" (the one that included "having a future time orientation, emphasizing individualism as opposed to a more collective ideology, defining one form of English as standard, and identifying only Whites as great writers or composers"). volokh.com