White Exceptionalism in America

Ten Stories About White Exceptionalism Throughout American History

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Out of sight and uninfluenced by the will of the people. That room will be heavily if not solely populated by white men. These white men will have been selected by other white men to fulfill the desires of white men. When I say white men in this context, I’m not speaking of all white men but the power brokers who have always presumed to know what’s best for the rest of us. Whether it’s the Republicans discussing “Convention Rule 47” or the Democrats use of “Super-Delegates” the one thing is clear is that this is not democracy.”

The History of American (White) Exceptionalism: America is Not a Democracy

“Throughout American history, the term American Exceptionalism seems to derive the most meaning from one of its root words… except!”

The History of American (White) Exceptionalism: “Except”

“Black Americans, also not recognized as such…