The Right to Comfort and Decolonization
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The Right to Comfort and Decolonization

ByAndrea

The ‘right to comfort’ is an unstated privilege often embedded within white consciousness—a belief that comfort, ease, and a seamless existence are almost natural rights that should not be disrupted. This psyche manifests when white people engage with decolonization in ways that do not threaten their standing, power, or material benefits. It becomes evident when hard truths about colonial legacies are met with defensiveness or calls for civility rather than reflection and action (Tuck & Yang, 2012).

Is Decolonization Unconstitutional?
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Is Decolonization Unconstitutional?

ByAndrea

The question of whether decolonization is unconstitutional in Canada prompts a complex examination of legal, historical, and political dimensions within the Canadian constitutional framework. Decolonization, broadly speaking, is the process by which colonies achieve independence from colonial powers. It encompasses efforts to redress the injustices and imbalances of power rooted in historical colonial processes. In…

“Living in a Van Down By The River” meet Me there: Decolonizing the Legal System: Embracing Indigenous Laws for a More Equitable Future
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“Living in a Van Down By The River” meet Me there: Decolonizing the Legal System: Embracing Indigenous Laws for a More Equitable Future

ByAndrea

Introduction “Living in a van down by the river” is often used as a metaphor for failure or a lack of ambition. However, in the context of addressing colonial legacies and the ongoing struggle against white supremacy, this phrase can be seen as a rallying call for historically marginalized communities to come together and build…