From Kelso Cochrane to Brexit – Is Racism Over

MJR trustee Dr Joe Aldred has written this excellent article (though we do say so ourselves) reflecting on racism in contemporary Britain. Here is part of his introduction:

This presentation is divided into four main, but short, sections. First, I say something about the nature of race and racism; second, I consider the case of Kelso Cochrane as exhibit number one; third, I consider Brexit as exhibit number two; and fourth, I consider the question, ‘is racism over?’  In conclusion, I offer four p’s for coping with racism, psychology, protection, protest, and power.

​Read the full article here.

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