America Is Drunk on Racism

<p>A year ago, I got news that a friend of mine, who was known for his partying, had given up drinking. Upon hearing this, it surprised me<em>&nbsp;</em>that of<em>&nbsp;</em>all the<em>&nbsp;</em>emotions I felt, I recall the<em>&nbsp;</em>distinct stab of jealousy.</p> <p>&ldquo;Why do I feel jealous?&rdquo; I wondered. If I was living the life I wanted to live, why should I feel envious of a friend who had chosen sobriety?</p> <p>But before I could make further progress, the familiar justifications for drinking rose up to divert me from the path of healthy self-reflection. &ldquo;I need to be able to wind down in the evenings. I need a break every now and then. Drinking is a part of social settings. It&rsquo;s just a few beers. I can quit whenever I want.&rdquo;</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/our-human-family/america-is-drunk-on-racism-3e96cd839f31"><strong>Click Here</strong></a></p>
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