A black man goes undercover in the alt-right

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September 24, 2017 new on ted.com A black man goes undercover in the alt-right 18:20 minutes · TEDxMileHigh In an unmissable talk about race and politics in America, Theo E.J. Wilson tells the story of becoming Lucius25, white supremacist lurker, and the unexpected compassion and surprising perspective he found from engaging with people he disagrees with. He encourages us to let go of fear, embrace curiosity and have courageous conversations with people who think differently from us. "Conversations stop violence, conversations start countries and build bridges," he says. Watch now »   Playlist Talks to help you understand racism in America For black Americans, the far-reaching effects of racism are felt daily. From passionate pleas for reform to poetic turns of phrase, these speakers take an honest look at everyday realities and illuminate the way forward. Watch » 9 talks · Total run time 1:57:47 new on ideas.ted.com Why we should all stop saying "I know exactly how you feel" You don't. And you're also steering the focus away from someone who probably just wants to be heard. Here's how to be a more considerate conversation partner, according to radio host and writer Celeste Headlee. Read more »   Download the TED app

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