This article is a social commentary essay that challenges the idea of a race-neutral 1990s in America. The author, Allison Wiltz, argues against the nostalgic view held by some, like Ron Rule, that race was not a significant issue during that decade.
Wiltz contends that this perspective disregards the historical and ongoing reality of racism experienced by Black people. She cites the example of media portrayals of Black men and teenagers as "super-predators" in the 1990s, a term coined by John DiLulio, which fueled increased policing and reinforced negative stereotypes. This example highlights how language and media were used to perpetuate racial bias, directly contradicting the claim of a colorblind era.
The author's argument centers on the idea that ignoring the experiences of Black people and dismissing the prevalence of racism in the 1990s contributes to the harmful ideology of colorblind racism. This ideology, she suggests, allows for the perpetuation of racial inequality by denying its existence.
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