A last gift of the letters should be mentioned. They show how vital is the need, especially though not only, for young whites to take the initiative … - Elizabeth Martínez

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A last gift of the letters should be mentioned. They show how vital is the need, especially though not only, for young whites to take the initiative in changing their consciousness about racism. To seek out a different perspective from the one they have always known. To listen to what Black, Latino, and other oppressed peoples say in one way or another. For a new consciousness does not come automatically but with persistent effort.