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In July during his speech at the National Conservatism Conference, Jeremy Carl addressed the contentious issue of anti-white racism in America. Carl explored this subject deeply in his book, The Unprotected Class. He starts his speech with the initial question of whether “persecution” is too strong a word to describe the current treatment of whites in America.
But he concluded that it is apt, that it is the right term, noting that persecution is defined as “hostility and ill-treatment, especially on the basis of ethnicity, religion, or political beliefs.” This definition, Carl argued, fits the experiences of many white Americans today, particularly those in the middle and working classes.
Carl’s concerns are rooted in disparities he observes in American society. He referenced the work of Nobel laureates Angus Deaton and Anne Case, who highlight the alarming rates of “deaths of despair” among white Americans. These deaths of despair are due to alcohol, drug overdoses, and suicide. Carl also pointed out that whites are often doing worse than other groups, especially when compared to specific groups such as Asian Americans. Whites trail significantly behind immigrants from Africa, South America, and Asia in various social outcomes.
Carl didn’t shy away from controversial topics, like the concept of a “Great Replacement,” which he argues is not a theory but a fact, pointing to demographic changes in the U.S. and Europe as evidence. He also warned of the dangers of a “post-white America,” questioning whether American institutions can survive such a transformation if the values that underlie our America are transformed, too.
Ultimately, Carl’s speech is a call to action. He emphasizes that whites should not seek victim status but instead should work with allies from all backgrounds to uphold the principles of equal justice and the values that are the heart of America. He concludes by urging his audience to be courageous in addressing these issues, suggesting that only by acknowledging and confronting them can America hope to preserve its founding ideals.
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