I agree with the basic premise of your argument and I hate the rising wave to further stigmatize the poor. However, I am concerned that , in today’s troubling and absurdist climate, your comments meant to be intentionally ridiculous, could easily become embraced as “great ideas”. The “haves” today won’t be satisfied…

If your mom is racist, then Imitation is a perfect choice for her. I read the book, then saw the film twice. It wasn’t until my second viewing (and evolved world view ) did it occur to me that the film neatly packaged the acceptable view of race relations. Peola’s mom is the “good” black who knows her place and is…