According to Joel Kovel, Why Do Many Whites Often React

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Essay

According to Joel Kovel, why do many whites often react negatively and viscerally to the presence or image of the black body, especially that of black men?

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Definitions:

Hostile

In a manner that is unfriendly or antagonistic.

Non-routine

Tasks or activities that do not follow a standard schedule, procedure, or method, often requiring special handling.

Disbelieve

To hold no conviction in the truth, existence, or reliability of something, often despite contrary evidence.

Brainstorming

A group creativity technique designed to generate a wide range of ideas for the solution of a problem.