Tim Wise

Tim Wise (born October 4, 1968) is an American anti-racism activist and writer. He is known for his public speaking engagements, essays, and books critiquing white privilege and systemic racism in the United States.

Wise, who is white, argues that racism continues to disadvantage people of color while conferring unearned advantages on white people. He contends that understanding and dismantling white privilege is essential for achieving racial justice. His work covers a range of topics, including educational inequality, housing segregation, and the criminal justice system.

He has authored several books, including "White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son," "Between Barack and a Hard Place: Racism and White Denial in the Age of Obama," and "Dear White America: Letter to a New Minority."

Wise is a controversial figure. He has been praised for raising awareness of systemic racism and challenging white complacency, and he has been criticized for his sometimes confrontational style and for allegedly generalizing about white people. His work has been influential in shaping discussions about race and privilege in contemporary American society.