Matthew J. Dempsey's video: I m Gay White Racist

*UPDATE 6/4/20 - This message I put out there 5 years ago is a perfect example of how acknowledging White privilege is inherently imperfect and wrought with blind spots for us to call out and change. The most cringe-worthy moment as I rewatch now is when I suggest it's OK to have racial preferences for dating and sex because clearly, that's some racist bullshit tbh. I know better. Now I can do better. And this is how I stand for BIPOC and Black Lives Matter. ORIGINAL CAPTION - Growing up gay and feeling like an outlier for most of my life easily lends itself to greater empathy for others who've felt the same. My experience also lends itself to the illusion that I couldn't possibly continue discriminating against others, including people of color. Watch my latest video on how I own racism in an effort to heal.