Key Takeaways and Concepts
- Knowledge of “the hierarchy of our ancestors,” the American caste system, helps us understand our current social unrest and imparts the opportunity for change.
- Caste and race are neither synonymous nor mutually exclusive; both are interwoven to form the infrastructure of America.
- Even though we were not on hand at the creation of our caste system, we are responsible for its ongoing tenure.
Reflection
- What keeps the caste hierarchy in place today?
- Where are you in the caste hierarchy, and what has that meant for your life?
- How has the caste system constrained or benefited you?
