The Paradox of Unity: How Global Events Highlight Our Persistent Prejudices

Racism and Tribalism: A Global Perspective In a recent video by Joel M Kariuki, a thought-provoking discussion on racism and tribalism has sparked online conversations. Kariuki uses the unifying nature of global events, like the Olympics and elections, to illustrate a point: while people come together during these times, old prejudices often resurface afterward. He points out that during the Olympics, for instance, people from different countries unite, but the same people might display prejudice in other contexts. "We all come together to vote in a particular person, but then it becomes tribalistic or racist," Kariuki explains in his video. This observation underscores the cyclical nature of unity and division in society. He further illustrates this by discussing how people from different backgrounds enjoy the same music and movies, regardless of language barriers, yet still maintain racial or ethnic divisions. Kariuki's video concludes with a call for unity and understanding, urging viewers to recognize the shared humanity that transcends superficial differences. "We are all human," he emphasizes, offering a message of hope and a challenge to overcome societal biases.