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In a move that has sparked controversy, Washington state court staff will be required to watch a documentary about “racism in America” as part of their training. The documentary, titled “Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America,” is a product of the Who We Are project and is designed to explore the roots of racial inequality in the United States.
According to an article by radio host Jason Rantz, the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) will be hosting a mandatory in-person screening of the documentary, followed by a conversation and Q&A session with the film’s creator, Jeffery Robinson. The event will take place at South Puget Sound Community College and is scheduled to run from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The documentary is described on the Who We Are project website as a chronicle of “legalized discrimination” in America, which persisted long after the end of slavery. It highlights the ways in which systemic racism continues to impact the lives of Black Americans, including access to jobs, housing, education, and healthcare.
The film features Robinson’s own narration and includes footage of historical events, including lynchings and other acts of violence against Black people. The documentary also includes interviews with experts and witnesses who share their personal experiences of racism and discrimination.
The AOC has defended the screening, saying that the film has been shown to the larger judicial and legal community and that leadership believes viewing is an important step towards building a more diverse and inclusive workplace.
However, not all court staff are pleased with the move. One employee spoke out against the training, saying that they do not need to be educated on racism and slavery as they are already aware of the history. The employee also noted that the training is not applicable to their job and will only serve to “stoke divisiveness.”
The move has sparked controversy, with some of the court staff feeling that the training is unnecessary and divisive. However, the AOC insists that the documentary is an important step towards creating a more inclusive workplace.
The screening of “Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America” is set to take place on Thursday, although the exact details of the event are still unclear. More information is available on the Who We Are project website.
FAQ:
* What is the documentary “Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America” about?
The documentary explores the roots of racial inequality in the United States, highlighting the ways in which systemic racism has impacted the lives of Black Americans, including access to jobs, housing, education, and healthcare.
* Why is the Washington state court requiring staff to watch the documentary?
The court believes that watching the documentary is an important step towards building a more diverse and inclusive workplace.
* Has the documentary been shown to the larger judicial and legal community?
Yes, the documentary has been shown to the larger judicial and legal community, including the AOC.
* What are the dates and times for the screening?
The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday at South Puget Sound Community College, running from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Conclusion:
The requirement for Washington state court staff to watch a documentary about “racism in America” has sparked controversy, with some staff members feeling that the training is unnecessary and divisive. However, the AOC believes that the documentary is an important step towards creating a more inclusive workplace. Whether or not the training is effective in achieving its goals remains to be seen, but it is clear that the issue of racism and discrimination remains a pressing concern in the United States.
