The path to equality

I came across an article that actually fits in perfectly with our discussion of civil rights and politics we had at the last meeting. Gary Younge wrote a great op-ed in The Nation about Geraldine Ferraro's comments about Obama's candidacy. I know a lot has been said about that, but this is a really fresh take, and makes a really important point. Younge notes:

"There can be no progressive coalition in this country that does not include black men and white women. But that coalition must be based on antiracism and antisexism. Feminism that does not embrace antiracism, like antiracism that does not embrace feminism, is little more than a campaign for sectional interests masquerading as a struggle for equality. It seeks not an end to inequity but just a different division of the spoils."

If you get a chance, check out the article. It's well worth the read.