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Jensen 1 PART 1 (10 Points): Respond to the following prompts in light of our reading and class discussions of George Yancy, "Dear White America," Bryan Massingale, “The Ignatian Witness to Truth in a Climate of Injustice” (a reminder that he discusses Ben Shapiro’s argument for personal responsibility in this article), or Kyle Korver’s “Privileged.” 1. In what ways have the Yancy, Massingale, Shapiro, and Korver arguments and our class discussions concerning these ideas invited you to question, acknowledge different perspectives, and challenge your own positions on issues of race and racism? Our mental and emotional participation was encouraged by the readings and conversations, which made us reflect on, recognize, and question our own viewpoints on matters pertaining to race and racism. A deeper comprehension of the nuances underlying these situations and personal progress are dependent on this process. In my opinion, racism would disappear if people simply treated each other with respect and saw each other as fellow human beings, seeing past skin color and ethnic origins to our common humanity. I became irritated because the discussions we had about discrimination and the readings we did forced me to face the ugly realities of society. Racism calls into question the more fundamental defects in society systems and human behavior. It raises the question of why it is so hard for individuals to accept diversity and show respect for one another in spite of all of our similarities. I find it depressing that racism and stereotypes continue to exist because they show how incapable we are as a society of overcoming prejudices and biases. The fact that we find it difficult to show even the most basic compassion and

Jensen 2 empathy to others, regardless of their race or ethnicity, is a sobering reflection on the status of our world. Getting rid of racism requires not only individual efforts but also institutional change and a community commitment to equality and justice, as we continue to explore and address these challenges. 2. What will you do with this work? That is, will the work of questioning, acknowledging different perspectives, and challenging your own points of view shape your actions and attitudes going forward? If so, how? If not, why not? If you’re not sure, explain why. Yancy, Massingale, Shapiro, and Korver's writings on race and racism can influence people's behavior and ideas. It could raise awareness, support campaigns for change, generate empathy, motivate people to take personal responsibility, motivate learning opportunities, boost community involvement, and strengthen connections between people. But how much it matters differs from person to person. The secret is to translate knowledge from these works into useful activities that support an inclusive and just society. My understanding of racism was expanded by these readings and talks, but they also made me somewhat frustrated with the concept of racism. Realizing the long-lasting effects, it has on people and communities is depressing. Thinking back on this newfound understanding, I see that we need to take preventative steps in order to help combat discrimination. Moving forward, I will not be changing my attitudes in a little way. I've made the decision to openly confront and challenge racist incidents. Rather than letting my anger fester inside of me, I'm going to use it for advocacy and educating. I'm resolved to be a catalyst for change by encouraging

Jensen 3 inclusivity and raising awareness of the negative impacts of racism. I want to have discussions that promote understanding and empathy, creating a culture where people are valued for their character rather than the color of their skin. In addition, I'll make an effort to set an example by expressing my disagreement with racism in ways that promote open discussion. Above all, I will emphasize unconditional love and acceptance for all people, no matter their race, ethnicity, or skin tone. I hope that by applying these ideas to my everyday life, I might help society move in the direction of justice and equality. PART 3 (8 Points): Review your learning over the course of the semester and select two areas where your understanding of the topic has transformed the most from your Journal #1 response. 1. Argument ( What makes for a good argument? ) I reinforced in journal one the value of providing all sides of an argument and the necessity of making powerful opening and closing comments. I maintained that it is essential to include alternative viewpoints in depth. Plato's Apology of Socrates disproved my claim that a strong argument necessitates factual evidence for both sides because Socrates doesn't mainly rely on facts. But the book strengthened my belief that it's important to challenge others' opinions, as demonstrated by Socrates' admission of his own ignorance. Overall, the text addressed, denied, and validated some of the issues I made in my journal number one, offering an in-depth and informative analysis of thinking in Plato's writings. 2. Attention ( What does it mean to you to pay attention? What obstacles do you encounter when it comes to paying attention ?)

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Jensen 4 I wrote about the difficulties I have keeping my attention, particularly how being hungry or tired might make it difficult for me to study. As I considered these difficulties, I saw similarities with Plato's Apology of Socrates, admiring Socrates' constant commitment to upholding peace and his devoted focus to his objective. Socrates is a powerful example of someone who, in spite of obstacles and diversions, remained firm in his beliefs. As I noted in my journal, removing distractions improves concentration, and Socrates' commitment to his ideals supported this idea. His capacity to resist outside pressures—even in the face of approaching death—further enhanced my comprehension of what it meant to be fully attentive. My own experiences with distractions like hunger and lack of sleep stayed mostly the same, while Socrates struggled with the distraction of his imminent death. However, the text offered insightful information about the level of concentration necessary to deal with difficult situations. My conviction in the value of focus and full attention was reinforced by the lessons I learned from Plato's Apology of Socrates, which helped me gain a deeper comprehension of the subject. 3. Truth ( How do you understand the truth? What makes something true and another thing untrue? ) When I wrote my first journal, I thought that the truth was only factual and needed confirmation from authorities or a higher power. But after reading Dietrich Bonhoeffer's text on truth, it made me rethink and broaden my perspective. The significance of context for telling the truth was made clear by Bonhoeffer's observations, which also showed how connections and circumstances affect how we communicate the truth. I used to think of truth as an unchangeable idea based on solid facts. This viewpoint was challenged by Bonhoeffer's quotation, "telling the truth means something different according to the

Jensen 5 particular situation," which introduced the idea that the relationships and setting that is involved might change how the truth may be presented. In addition, Bonhoeffer's claim that the honest word is "as much alive as life itself" highlighted how truth is dynamic and not bound by a fixed, unchangeable shape. This contradicted my earlier belief that the truth must always be told in its most factual form. I now understand that a deeper understanding of the situational context, telling the truth may or may not be fully acceptable. Overall, reading Bonhoeffer's work caused me to rethink what truth is and how it may be flexible to relationships and context rather than strictly conforming to facts. Works Cited Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. “Ethics”. ‘What is Meant By Telling the Truth’ , Touchstone 1955. West, Grace Starry, and Thomas G. West. Four Texts on Socrates Plato’s Euthyphro, Apology,

Jensen 6 and Crito, and Aristophanes’ Clouds . W. Ross MacDonald School Resource Services Library, 2017.

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