I didn't really understand racism because I grew up in an all-black society, so I didn't see how it was possible not to like me! (Jamaica Kincaid)

I didn't really understand racism because I grew up in an all-black society, so I didn't see how it was possible not to like me!

Jamaica Kincaid

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