1) Choose three examples from either the White Privilege Checklist, the Male Privilege Checklist, and the Black Male Privilege Checklist, or the Heterosexual Checklist (Katz) that made you think about your own privilege in a new way and tell us why (1 paragraph)
2) Now make your own checklist (5 items) and explain why these are privileges using the week’s readings and lecture. Explain key facets of the systems of oppression (gender, racial, heterosexist) that exist to reinforce these privileges in your life (2 paragraphs).
3) Go to your section’s wallwisher link for “Gender Microaggressions” (on E-learning). Post an example of a gender microaggression. Then post the message that this microaggression sends (this is a required posting and will count toward full credit for this learning module!)
"The dominant group is damaged even as it receives huge benefits. You pay for the privilege and the cost is enormous.”~Tim Wise
1.) The Heterosexual Privilege:
ReplyDeleteMy sexual orientation was never associated with a closet
I can kiss a person of the opposite gender on the heart or in the cafeteria without being watched and stared at
I can walk in public with my significant other and not have people double take or stare
I can easily find a religious community that will not exclude me for being heterosexual
After reviewing the heterosexual checklist, it made me realize how privileged I am to be straight. The first example I chose was, my sexual orientation was never associated with a closet. When people have something major like this to hide in a closet, they are not letting others know who they truly are. They always have to be on guard and make sure no one finds out whom they really are. The next example I chose was, I can walk in public with my significant other and not have people double-take or stare. In the United States, it is a social norm for males to be matched with females. If a couple breaks this social norm, it is looked down upon and very out of the ordinary. The last example I chose was, I can easily find a religious community that will not exclude me for being heterosexual. I am a very strong Christian with very strong morals and my religion is accepting but the bible is against this lifestyle. All of these examples made me realize how privileged I am so practice a social norm, which saves me from a lot of verbal abuse.
2.) 1. Based on my skin color, I don’t have to worry about not getting a job
2. I don’t have to hide who I am in a closet because I am heterosexual
3. Because I’m white, I know teachers will treat me properly and I will receive a good education
4. I don’t have to worry about people staring at my date and me as we walk down the street
5. I never have to worry about getting paid too little because of my race
These five things exist in my life and determine how I am treated daily without me realizing. I am a white, female which puts me higher on the job list then a black male or female. I am a heterosexual who agrees with opposite sexes liking each other, which also goes along with my religion. Because I like the opposite sex, I am not looked down upon and can be myself.
Unfortunately, teachers and people placed in educational positions tend to think that African-American’s lack is not as intelligent. This is not true at all but because that is the case, teachers will always reach out to help me. These are all privileges that I didn’t realize until I read about the disadvantages of others. I am very fortunate to be a white female and tend to take it for granite too often.
@Hannah K
ReplyDeleteWhen you say "I am a white, female which puts me higher on the job list then a black male or female" is that true? As a white female, are you respected more than a black male? This was something I thought about all throughout the readings this week. In "Oppression" it said at the end that a male, no matter what race, class, religion, or age, would put him at high advantage than a female. Also in the "Black Privilege Checklist," some of the privileges stated were saying how a black male would have better chances of getting a job than a woman (not just a black woman). Black men did receive the right to vote before woman also... is that still the case? That black men are looked more worthy than white women? Not that it matters if they do because everyone should be equal, but it was just something that was thought provoking to me.
I chose to relate my three examples from the article Male Privilege Checklist. The first statement I agree with is number 22 "If I’m careless with my driving it won’t be attributed to my sex." I am privileged enough to live in a Country where I can drive and own a car as a woman. Everyone can be careless drivers on any given day. The second statement is number 28."If I’m not conventionally attractive, the disadvantages are relatively small and easy to ignore." I want someone to fall in love with me for the what's on the inside. My boyfriend is not the hottest guy in America, but I am with him because of his morals and values. We connect because of our personalities. The third example is number 23."I can speak in public to a large group without putting my sex on trial." When I speak in front of my peers and fellow classmates I feel that my voice is being heard and understood. The environment that I live in accepts me and listens to what I have to say.
ReplyDelete1) I am nurturing and caring and people will come talk to me for moral support.
2) I am a heterosexual person who won't be judge because of the person I choose to fall in love with.
3)Because of my skin color I will be treated with respect, receive an education, and be pushed to be successful.
4) My religion is part of the main stream society. I will not be looked down upon and thought differently of because what I believe in.
5) I will be treated delicately and courteously because of my sex.
I chose these privileges for myself because I think that they are important. Since I am a woman I'm more compassionate then most men and will be there to listen. I am a shoulder to cry on and a hand to hold. I am attracted to the opposite sex and am considered the norm. People won't stare when I hold my partners hand or are out to eat together. I am a caucasian American that is part of the upper class. I will be shown respect. I have the same religion as much of society so I will fit in because of my beliefs and values. I am a woman that will one day have children and many responsibilities. Men will open doors and let me go first because they have manners.
PART ONE:
ReplyDelete- “11. I can arrange to protect my children most of the time from people who might not like them” (White Privilege Checklist). After reading this white privilege, it made me think about all the black parents and that may not have this privilege. A parent, any race, would do anything in their power to take care of their children. The realization that a non-white parent may be prevented from protecting their children because of their race is really disturbing to think of how disappointing and devastated those parents are when they can't help their children.
- “3. I can be pretty sure that my neighbors in such a location will be neutral or pleasant to me” (White Privilege Checklist). The location was referring to the previous privilege stated of an area where a white person could afford to rent or purchase housing and in which they would want to live. I never really thought about this being considered a privilege I had (showing the obliviousness at work). My neighborhood I lived in growing up had the majority of white people. It concerns me that another race family or person could not just move into a neighborhood like mine and not have to worry about having neighbors not be pleasant to them. There is so much oppression from whites towards other races today that they would actually have to worry about moving down the street from someone who disliked their race and possibly try to run them out of the neighborhood.
- “6. When I am told about our national heritage or about ‘civilization,’ I am shown that people of my color made it what it is” (White Privilege Checklist). This as a privilege for whites is almost ridiculous. We all came to this country as immigrants (besides Native Americans) and African American history is definitely considered a part of our national history.
PART TWO:
My Checklist:
1. Since I am white, I will not be the first suspect of a crime.
2. Since I am white, there will not be racial slurs made against me.
3. Since I am white, I am considered to be a part of this country.
4. Since I am heterosexual, I can be affectionate to the one I love in public without being stared at.
5. Since I am heterosexual, my religious community will not keep me out.
Being “white” identifies me to be in an oppression group. All my privileges as a white person were not earned; they were given to me—that may be the reason why I was so oblivious to them before reading all the "checklists" this week. For my heterosexual privileges, those were also just handed to me. Homosexuality is just like gender and race: people don’t choose to be homosexual, black, or a female—people are born that way. All these privileges I listed in My Checklist were privileges I believe that everybody should have. They all have to do with daily activities (besides the crime one) and for someone to go everyday without all of those privileges is upsetting. I do however feel that we, as a society, are making changes in the gender and race category. In the past two years, we have elected a African-American man as our President and have the first Hispanic (and 3rd female) Justice of the Supreme Court. In the “White Privilege Checklist,” McIntosh explains that to fix these issues of discrimination is that the oppression groups need to decide whether they are willing to lessen their privileges in order to help strengthen the oppressed group’s privileges.
Part One
ReplyDelete1. you can go wherever you want and know that you will not be harassed, beaten, or killed because of your sexuality
2. you can express affection (kissing, hugging, and holding hands) in most social situations and not expect hostile or violent reactions from others
3. you can discuss your relationships and publicly acknowledge your partner (such as by having a picture of your lover on your desk) without fearing that people will automatically disapprove or think that you are being "blatant"
I picked example 1 because usually when homosexuals walk around they are getting harassed. Some homosexual do not get any respect because of their sexuality and since I am a heterosexual I get respect. Example 2 was picked because I can hold hands and kiss my love one in public and I would not get a dirty look from others, but when homosexual attempt to do so they are getting the worst looks or getting talked about because they are showing affection to one another. Example 3 because If you are in a work place and you are a heterosexual people are open enough to talk about your relationship, but on the other hand if you are a homosexual people are surprised and you probably would not find to many interested in knowing about your relationships.
Part Two
1. I am a female and because of that I would most likely be treated gentle and fragile.
2. I would not get dirty looks when I am in public because I am a heterosexual.
3. I am considered more mature than males because I am a female.
4. I do not have to hide who I am because I am a heterosexual.
5. I do not have to travel without fear of being harmed or killed because of my sexuality.
I made my first choice because I am a woman and because of that I would be treated with respect like I am a woman. Women are usually treated soft and gentle like they are glass. Yes, I am heterosexual and I do not have anything against homosexual. Some of my friends are homosexual so I would not give dirty looks to them, but there are other people that are so against homosexual that will give terrible looks to them if they show their affection to one another in public. Also homosexuals do not come out as soon as they find out about their permanent sexuality because most people would not accept them. Most people do say that females are more mature than males. I have not figured out why they say those things, but that is what I have to live with now or days.
The Male Privilege Checklist made me think about my privileges in a new way. It made me realize that I don’t have as many privileges as I thought I had. Even though I am human, I am still judged largely by my sex. I am looked at as incapable of doing some tasks and people choose men over women in most cases considering strength. I am more likely to be harassed or assaulted just because of my sex. Even I put forth more effort at something; I still don’t have the same chances of getting recognized for it like my male counterpart. It’s as if women put in so much more effort, but receive so little for it.
ReplyDelete1. Based on my skin color, I always will have to prove something or something wrong.
2. Because I am heterosexual, I am not judged because I want to have a family one day.
3. Based on my sex, I am not expected to be rough, tough or get my hands dirty.
4. Based on my sex, I am expected to long for marriage and for someone to sweep me off my feet.
5. Based on my sex, I am expected to be the caretaker.
Because I am Black, many of my privileges had to be earned by my ancestors and they had to prove to people of other races that they were capable of doing the same tasks and even more. We always have to prove something or prove something wrong. Since I am heterosexual, I won’t get judged for marrying or having a family with the opposite sex. Gays and lesbians are often looked down upon because they want to share a family and marry the same sex. Since I am a woman, getting my hands dirty is not considered a woman’s job. Being dirty, rough, and tough are considered to be masculine traits. Since I am a woman, I am expected to want to one day get married to the man of my dreams. It’s sort of like saying, when a woman gets married she has accomplished one of the biggest goals she’s been trying to reach. Since I am a female, I am expected to take care of everyone else first and worry about myself later. Women are very underrated and underappreciated in my opinion because if it wasn’t for women, most men wouldn’t be who they are today.
@amkey1
ReplyDeleteIt's ironic when you say that as a woman, "I am more likely to be harassed or assaulted just because of my sex" because something I noticed was in the "White Privilege Checklist" it says that as a white person I am NOT more likely to be harassed or assaulted just because of my RACE. Double standard much? Just because I'm white I won't be harassed because of it, but it's all taken away because I'm a female and will be harassed for that. Women have to work twice as hard to receive recognition of a male.
I really liked your checklist! And also when you mentioned, "If it wasn't for women, most men wouldn't be who they are today." SO TRUE. So many great political leaders, celebrities, people today we recognize wouldn't be who they are/where they got without their female figures in their lives (mothers, spouses, etc.).
@Ladylee13
ReplyDeleteYou stated that one of your privileges is: you can go wherever you want and know that you will not be harassed, beaten, or killed because of your sexuality.
I believe as females, we always have to be aware of our surroundings and try to walk with a group of people wherever you go. You may be safe from racial comments but at the same time, you are a female. Some men look down on females as being inferior, making it easy for them to plan a sexual attack. As whites, we do have the privilege to not worry about comments thrown at us, but as women, we have to be on guard at all times.
I chose three examples off of the White Privilege Checklist by Peggy McIntosh.
ReplyDelete8. I can be sure that my children will be given curricular materials that testify to the existence of their race.
This example made me really think about everything that I have every been taught in school all the way back to Kindergarten. I remember learning to read through pictures, most of which included pictures of little boys, girls and families who were of the white race. All the way through High School, I learned about European history and where the white race began. Not EVERYTHING we learned is directed around the white race, but almost everything is.
15. I do not have to educate my children to be aware of systemic racism for their own daily physical protection.
After reading this, I can look back on my life and honestly say my mom and dad did not ever have to prepare me for possible violence based on my skin color. That is something I never considered a privilege because it never occurred to me that a parent would have to ever do that.
46. I can chose blemish cover or bandages in "flesh" color and have them more or less match my skin
Who decided "flesh" was white? As far as I'm concerned, flesh is human skin and it can be any color. I have never walked into a store and had problems finding something to match my skin color. It never occurred to me that someone would experience that problem.
My own checklist:
1. Because I am white, I did not worry about being turned away from a sorority because of my race.
2. Because I am heterosexual, I do not worry about being accepted by my own family.
3. Because I am white, I don't have to explain what makes me "American."
4. Because I am heterosexual, I do not have to resist natural temptations in order to fit in.
5. Because I am white, I do not have to worry that checking which race I am on an application will affect my opportunities in a negative way.
All of these privileges that I put on my checklist describe different ways that my life is easier than someone who may not be white or heterosexual. It is unfair that I have these advantages because I have done nothing more than any other race or sexuality to gain them. It is not fair for me to gain these advantages at the disadvantages of others and I believe the privileges listed above should be given to all humans because all humans should be considered for equal opportunities.
@Lauren Perussault-
ReplyDeleteI like the way that you made your checklist around privileges that you already have but also that you believe everyone else should have too. I think it is important to realize that if everyone had these same rights, they would no longer be privileges, they would be rights. And ironically, equality is supposed to be a right! But why then, do some races, genders, and sexualities have these "privileges" over others? So interesting!
“I can turn on the television or open to the front page of the paper and see people of my
ReplyDeleterace widely represented.” After reading the white privilege checklist I realized how many things in my life go unnoticed to me. I have never even thought twice about why most models or actress are white, it is just such a norm for me. People of other races must feel like they are living in a “white person’s world.”
1. Since I am white, I don’t have to worry about hurtful comments directed to me.
2. Since my religion is Christianity, no one will judge me for who I worship.
3. Since I am heterosexual, I can be married in any state.
4. Due to my skin color I can go into a store and not be watched while I shop.
5. Due to my family’s social class, I can be well respected in society.
Whether it is male, black, class or heterosexual privilege it is very difficult to recognize. At first when we were assigned to come up with our own three privileges it was very difficult. I am so used to my way of life so I wouldn’t even consider them privileges. Whites have had the privilege for over thousands of years. I have never been called discriminatory names or had trouble getting a job due to my race. I can expect to receive a good education, with the proper help from teachers. On top of being white my social class helped me through out my life, I have the privilege to go out of state university. Being anything but straight in today’s society is looked down upon, since I prefer boys I have never been called rude or annoying names. My religion will not only accept me due to my sexual orientation but it is not an uncommon religion in America.
Part 1
ReplyDelete1)If a traffic cop pulls me over or if the IRS audits my tax return, I can be sure I haven’t been singled out because of my race.
I have heard many stories about cops and law enforcers using racial profiling as a technique to catch criminals and even writing simple traffic violations. Many white people don’t know how it would feel to be targeted for your race. I think it is wrong for cops to racially profile people. I’m sure it is very insulting to be stopped or accused of something just because of the stereo type of your race.
2)I can be pretty sure that if I ask to talk to the “person in charge”, I will be facing a person of my race.
I don’t really agree with this statement because there are many people of color that are “in charge” including the president of our country. I don’t really think it is a privilege to talk with a manager or owner that happens to be the same color as you. It doesn’t really have that great of affect to talk with someone of the opposite race.
3)When I am told about our national heritage or about “civilization,” I am shown that people of my color made it what it is.
I think it is a great privilege to hear and know that people of my race founded America because it is the greatest country in the world and I am proud to live here. But I also think every race has something to be proud of. There have been great leader and heroes in every race and culture. I also believe that everyone who lives in America should be proud no matter what color you are.
Part 2
1)Because I am a man, I don’t have to worry about being asked if I am pregnant if I was overweight.
2)Because I am male, I don’t have to worry about sitting on a public toilet to pee.
3)Because I am a man, I don’t have to worry about giving birth to a kid
4)Because I am heterosexual I am not seen as different.
5)Because I am white I don’t have to worry about being racially profiled.
Because I am a white heterosexual male I feel like this group would be considered of having the most privileges and oppressed the least. I think it would be hard to go through life being seen as different by society, but if you know and accept who you are it shouldn’t bother you what others think about you. I think there are many privileges of being a white male but African Americans have a lot of privileges in today’s society examples black history month, MLK day, and scholarships that can only be earned by African Americans.
-I can kiss a person of the opposite gender on the heart or in the cafeteria without being watched and stared at.
ReplyDelete-People of my gender do not try to convince me to change my sexual orientation.
-I can be pretty sure that my roomate, hallmates and classmates will be comfortable with my sexual orientation.
The Heterosexual checklist made me aware of the many privileges I am entitled to just from being a straight female. The example that states I can be pretty sure that my roommate, hall mates and classmates will be comfortable with my sexual orientation, likely means those who are homosexual make others feel uncomfortable, probably because of there reactions are so unpredictable it a setting such as a dorm room. As female I am constantly up lifted and made aware of how awesome it is to a female, which brings me to the next example that’s reads, People of my gender do not try to convince me to change my sexual orientation. Someone how is homosexual is reminder that they are acting as another gender type. My last example reads I can kiss a person of the opposite gender on the heart or in the cafeteria without being watched and stared at. These facts are true for heterosexuals, but homosexuals are constantly stared at when performing the same actions. This is because most people see homosexuality to wrong and sinful. From reading these examples it made me open my eyes to how privileged I am to be accepted by society just for being heterosexual.
2.)
Because I’m black, I get followed around a store.
-I can kiss in public with my mate and not be stared at, because I’m heterosexual.
-Based on the color of my skin, I know people underestimate my intelligence.
-Because I am heterosexual, I do not have to worry about roommate and dorm mate feeling uncomfortable.
I picked these fives things because these are the things that affects my day to day life for example, (5)I know because I’m a black person, people of other races will look at me in a negative way depending on the setting, this is mostly due to the stereotype that state that black people steal and portrays danger. As a female that likes males I feel as if I am normal. With that being said I know others will see my actions toward males in public to fine. Seeing homosexuals act passionate toward each other is abnormal. By watching TV people see black people acting crazy. This is why all black people, intelligent or not, are put under the bus. Because I am straight I don’t have to worry about making others feel uncomfortable.
1.)When looking at the Heterosexual Checklist three examples stood out to me the most.
ReplyDelete8. I will not be discriminated against in finding a place to live because I am heterosexual.
11. I do not have to experience, on a daily basis, the jokes, slurs, and outright hatred directed towards people of my sexual orientation.
18. I do not have to live my life in a secret, lie to people I love, fear being rejected and condemned by my parents or family for loving the person I love.
I chose the first example because I am already judged, by my race, whenever I choose the place where I live. After the 5th grade me and my family (we are African-American) moved into a predominately white neighborhood and it would have been worse if I was not heterosexual. I chose the second example also because I already deal with the racial jokes, slurs, and hatred because of my race. With the third example, I feel free to be who I am and no one will judge me. My family is very church oriented and if I were homosexual then I would have to live two separate lives: one in front of family and one not in front of family. Because I am heterosexual, I feel more comfortable around family, friends, and society.
2.) In making my own checklist, I am considering my gender, race, and sexuality.
-Because I am a female, people I’ve never met are inclined to hold doors open and give up their seats for me.
-Because I am a female, I am not automatically expected to be the family breadwinner.
-Because I am black, I am automatically looked down upon in society.
-Because I am heterosexual, I can legally marry the person I love.
-Because I am heterosexual, I can be affectionate with the person I love in public without fear of others’ reacting.
Because of my sex and race I am automatically looked down upon. Although there are some disadvantages to being a female, there are also some advantages. Whenever a female is seen walking into a building, if a male is present, he is expected to hold the door open for her. Also, it is common courtesy for a male to give up his seat for a female. In society now, these two common courtesies are slowly fading away. As far as in the household, the male is expected to be the dominant breadwinner and typically always has a job and providing for his family. Women are not expected to have a job, but some women choose to work for different reasons. Also, I am looked down upon in society because I am African-American. The worst feeling is to be in public and getting dirty looks from other races. I personally love to shop and one of my worst experiences was being followed around the store because of my race and thinking I am going to steal something. I have never stolen anything so I felt that I shouldn’t have been judged so quickly just because of the color of my skin. I have also witnessed another African-American customer being followed around a store.
Although I am looked down upon because of my race and sex, there is one thing that I am not looked down upon; my sexuality. There are many benefits that come with being heterosexual. I can legally marry the person I love, I am not judge when seen with the person I love, and I can live a full open life. One thing that I take pride in in being a woman is the fact that I can give birth to another human being. If I were to give birth to a child, I can raise that child without the fear of having them taken away from me because of my sexual orientation.
Part One:
ReplyDelete#16. I can remain oblivious of the language and customs of persons of color, who constitute the world's majority, without feeling in my culture any penalty for such oblivion. (White Privilege Checklist)
#25. If my day, week, or year is going badly, I need not ask of each negative episode or situation whether it has racial overtones. (White Privilege Checklist)
#26. I can choose blemish cover or bandages in "flesh" color that more or less match my skin. (White Privilege Checklist)
Number 16 made me think about the privileges that I have because I went to a small private school with very little cultural or racial diversity. We were all very sheltered from anything other than our own typical family backgrounds and our own cultures. I was very privileged to be able to attend this school, but the at the same time, me and my classmates had to rely on either our parents or ourselves to be exposed to any kind of outside world. I chose number 25 because it made me think about what it was saying, and I realized that if I had a bad day, I never have to relate it back to the possibility that it could be because of my skin color. My bad day's are always just because of bad luck, or even someone else. Finally, I picked number 26 due to the fact that it really made me realize how much oppression over other races still exists. Sure, they make make-up for dark skin now, but not bandages. I have never once seen a box of bandaids on the shelf that is for any skin color other than white. It really makes me wonder why.
Part Two:
1) I can attend class and ask questions without the teacher questioning my intelligence or work ethic.
2) I can go into a store and feel very confident that I will receive help.
3) I can be sure that the color of my skin will not affect whether I am hired for a job or not.
4) I was able to attend a grade school that more than prepared me for higher education.
5) I know that having a good family background will make it easier for me when I get out of college and am on my own.
I wrote number 1 because many times black students seem to be considered less intelligent, or lazy. It is a stereotype that is completely untrue. The white privilege keeps me from ever being automatically seen as unintelligent or lazy. Numbers 2 and 3 are both very true and very important thoughts. No one should be judged based on what their skin color is when they walk in to a store. Some workers will right off the bat assume that, due to race, they would not be buying anything, therefor it would be pointless to help them. But no stranger knows someones financial background, or willingness to buy. And number 3 is just a matter of equality that is still being fought. Number 4 is not really about race or gender in any way, just one of the privileges that I was able to have growing up. I know how privileged I am, not to sound like a brat, but I am aware of it. Number 5 is similar to 4 in the way that it has nothing to do with race or gender. I am privileged enough to come from a good, hard working family, and I know that this will help me when it comes to getting a job, networking, and other events that will take place while trying to build my own life.
1)from white male priveledge #22. If I’m careless with my driving it won’t be attributed to my sex.
ReplyDeleteThis one actually pertains to me personally, although im considered to be in the group of "bad drivers" i have never wrecked a car, which alot of my fellow male drivers could not say truthfully. However i have been called a bad driver, and when i tried to prove my driving ability, it wasnt even listened to, my comments were just throw aside, and i was told its ok, your a girl! All girls are bad drivers.
#35. Every major religion in the world is led primarily by people of my own sex. Even God, in most major
religions, is usually pictured as being male.
This one really caught my eye, I mean I had thought before about god AND jesus both being male, and why that was? Did it just make for a better for story? Males are represented as being smarter since the begining of time, so of COURSE jesus or gos wasnt going to be represented as a girl.
38. If I have children with a wife or girlfriend, chances are she’ll do most of the childrearing, and in particular
the most dirty, repetitive and unrewarding parts of childrearing.
This one actually bothers me, I dont want to have to look forward to "unrewarding jobs" cause my husbands a lazy job hoarding loser who wont alloiw me to work because we'r relatively "comfortable," I just want him to be an equal partner in the rearing of my children.\
PART 2-
Im priveledged because before i decide to marry someone I am not expected to pay for his and my meal, while he is. Because im a girl i can get out of a lot of unpleasant situations by crying. Because i come from a priveledged home, i was raised that i can choose, who i want to be and who i want to marry, but not what happens after a rings on my finger, ill follow the duties of every other wife. Caus e im a white female, im more expected to find a husband, than to get perfect grades in college. And last but not least, because i am a white female i have the priveldge of ignoring my white priveldges and treating them as if they weren't there.
1)1.My sexual orientation was never associated with a closet. When I read this it was the first time that ir ocurred to me that homosexuality being associated with a closet is such a negative things. I've always heard "I came out of the closet" or "When are you going to come out" and just considered it normal. Now I realize that it makes homosexuals seem as monsters waiting to be released from their cage. I as a heterosexual do not have to worry about coming from my "closet" because there isn't one.
ReplyDelete2. I will not be discriminated against in finding a place to live because I am heterosexual. I think this privilege for me would also go along with being white as well. I realized I really do have the freedom to move wherever I choose and not have to worry about being socially accepted.
3.People of my gender do not try to convince me to change my sexual orientation. Homosexuals are constantly being questioned about why and how they live their lives like they are some sort of aliens. I realized that being a heterosexual I am not made to feel like my sexual preferences are always on trial and no one ever questions my sexuality. I also never question myself.
2)1. Because I am heterosexual, I do not have to worry about whether or not where I live will allow me to marry the person I love.
2. Because I am heterosexual, I know that if I decide to adopt a child I will be treated equally and my parenting skills will not be on trial.
3. Because I am white and middle-class, I know that if I choose to go to college it will be relatively easy for me.
4. Because I am white, I am considered "American" and do not have to explain what type of American I am.
5. Because I am white, I can shop in stores and not be followed or treated like I am a threat.
1- I chose this one because being a heterosexual I can live in any state and not have to worry about getting married, but for homosexuals if they receive a job oppurtunity they have to consider whether or not they will be allowed to be married is they wish. This causes constraints on homosexuals making it a privilege to heterosexals. 2- Heterosexuals have complications with getting pregnant the natral way, but for homosexuals it is not even an option. Heterosexuals have all the options available but for homosexuals they are discriminated against because a lot of people to not want to place their child into a homosexual home. Making adoption a privilege to heterosexuals.
3- This is a privilege because majority of college students are white middle-class people. I know that it is not really a matter of will I go to college but where. A lot of other ethinicities do not have families who are capable of helping them do the things to get acceoted into college or have the money to allow them to attend college. This makes it harder for them to actually go to college.
4- I do not have to worry about defending whether or not I am American. Also, I do not have o acknowledge where I came from just where I am now.
5- I am not profiled when I go in a store. I can shop freely without being watched or followed. I am also more likely to be offered help.
@Amanda Harrison, I liked your checklist, especially because everything on it is true. Based on on our skin color people automatically assume we are not capable of holding knowledge. The bottom line is that it's really sad that everyone is judged before they even perform an action.
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ReplyDeleteI agree with all of Hailey's white female privileges. I seem to come from the same background and have the same views of becoming a wife. I thought it was funny when she talked about getting out of situations by crying. I sadly have to admit that I have played the crying card a couple times in my life. I look to be independent until I marry and then have someone to rely on once I'm married.
@brittniestubblefield
ReplyDeleteAfter reading her five woman privileges I could relate them to my life. I am also a heterosexual white women and will never be concerned about who I can legally marry and if I could try and adopt. I feel comfortable shopping in stores with out anyone giving me looks or wondering what I am doing. I don't get questioned if I am American or not because I am part of the norm of society.
@Hailey Harry- I have always questioned why God was portrayed as a male also. If we are all equal in God's eyes, why is represented as something equal among all humans?
ReplyDelete@Amanda Harrison- The heterosexual privileges also really got me to thinking about all of the constraints that are placed on homosexuals. I have many male homosexual friends that are very open and confident in their sexuality, but I have never really acknowledged just how different they have to be and treat their relationships.
@Hannah K sorry that was a typo. it was suppose to say i would not get harrass because i am a heterosexual, but i do agree when i am in public, im with a group never by myself.
ReplyDelete@amkey1 Thats truely the way I feel. I really hope one day it could get better. Its happening, but to slow.
ReplyDelete@brittniestubblefield My male homosexual friends are what made me write about the heterosexual privileges I picked.
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ReplyDeleteI agree with your statement "Because im a girl i can get out of a lot of unpleasant situations by crying." Although I do not cry that often, because women are considered "emotional" we can use that to our advantage.
@Amanda Harrison
"I know because I’m a black person, people of other races will look at me in a negative way depending on the setting, this is mostly due to the stereotype that state that black people steal and portrays danger. " Me being black also, I get the same feeling whenever I go out in public. I sometimes even get this vibe just walking around campus here at UA.
@Pmdouglas i can relate to the check lists you came up with. i agree with what you said about not seeing our life as a privileges.
ReplyDelete@Lexi Wendt.i liked the check list you cae up with i can relate to some of those. i also agree that no one should be judged by the color of their skin just because of a stereo type of that race.
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