Five Tenets of CRT
These are the Facts:
“According to the legal scholars Richard Delgado (one of the founders of CRT) and Jean Stefancic there are several general propositions regarding race and racism that many critical race theorists would accept, despite the considerable variation of belief among members of the movement. These propositions constitute a set of “basic tenets” of CRT.”(www.britannica.com/)
Select each tenet below to learn more
Social Construct
Race is socially constructed, not biologically natural.
Racism is Normal
Racism is a normal, everyday occurrence.
Differential Racialization
The dominant society racializes different minority groups at different times, in response to shifting needs.
Intersectionality
No person has a single, easily stated, unitary identity.
Unique Voice of Color
Minority groups may be uniquely qualified because of their experiences to speak on behalf of other members of their group (or groups) regarding the forms and effects of racism.