2/2. When I was a child my parents explained to me how improper naming was used to subordinate African-Americans. Using 1st names only or "boy" or "uncle" to address mature adults. My parents scrupulously used Mr. or Miss or Mrs. (this was before MS.) or honorifics such as Dr. My marching orders, especially as a child, were to do the same. #titlesmatter #dehumanization #blacklivesmatter Discrimination takes many forms Give names to #ChineseAmericans Give proper titles to #AfricanAmericans

2/2. When I was a child my parents explained to me how improper naming was used to subordinate African-Americans. Using 1st names only or "boy" or "uncle" to address mature adults. My parents scrupulously used Mr. or Miss or Mrs. (this was before MS.) or honorifics such as Dr. My marching orders, especially as a child, were to do the same. #titlesmatter #dehumanization #blacklivesmatter Discrimination takes many forms Give names to #ChineseAmericans Give proper titles to #AfricanAmericans