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Why You Should Ask White People if They're Carrying Proof of Citizenship

Recently I've been asking everyone I know if they are carrying proof of citizenship.“Of course,” they say, “I have a driver's license.”“Ah,” I reply, “that is a legal document, but you don't have to be a citizen to get one. In fact, a driver's license doesn't even prove that you have permission to be here. All it shows is that you had permission at the time the driver's license was issued—presuming you didn't fake the required documents.” I usually laugh when I say that last part. Some of the people laugh with me, others tighten up.It's interesting how irritated white people get when you…

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