Topic: Post Racial

Kimberly Crenshaw denies that CRT exists in K-12 curricula, claiming she would know as a co-author of the primary texts on the subject. However, she describes the current opposition as an effort to reverse a "racial reckoning." Media outlets like The Washington Post and CNN have recently questioned the validity of the "reckoning" term, suggesting that even within liberal circles, the narrative is shifting or being deemed "antiquated."

The 2008 election is characterized as a "reparations vote" where many voters sought to move past the historical narrative of slavery. The initial "high" of a post-racial America lasted until events like "Beer Gate" shifted the tone. There is a claim that Obama missed an opportunity in his second term to secure tangible benefits for the Black community, choosing instead to maintain a safe, non-threatening image.

Michael Eric Dyson’s shift from an Obama supporter to a critic is examined. While Dyson initially used events like the Dylann Roof shooting to defend Obama’s record, he eventually questioned why Obama remained silent on Black issues after leaving office. The discussion suggests Joe Biden now serves as a proxy for Obama to continue his influence without personal accountability.