I do not consider my "privilege" to be white. My "privilege" and my legacy was earned and was a result of my choice to work hard, work smart and subsequently built a successful business on my own. Ironically, my "white" success ran parallel to Title IX, Affirmative Action, and the elimination of bank redlining certain disadvantaged areas, all which were created to assist black Americans to be successful if they chose to take advantage of them. As a result, I am confident there are many black American successes right here in The Villages. Next...do not paint a broad brush of racism on me or anyone else. It is patently unfair and false. Finally, my wife and I are monthly donors to the Wildwood Food Pantry. Once a month, we purchase food and other items and drop them off at the United Methodist Church. We also volunteer at charities in the area. It's all about Paying it Forward. PS: "Lives Matter"... may I say if anyone chooses to insert any hue of color, then he/she just might be a racist.
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