I would like to have a discussion on the definition regarding the "Sins of the Father". In discussions about diversity and culture, I have seen this term thrown around whenever a person of color discusses their experiences about race. Furthermore, this has been used whenever there are key aspects of history that deal with specific cultural issues that have a key presence in the American society of today.
Why, instead of having an honest discussion about past and present historical and societal events affecting racial identity and culture in the present day, does one use the "Sins of the Father" as a blanket excuse to get out of such conversations?
Why is it important for one to say that it was the "sins of the father" instead of acknowledging the historical event and discussing truthfully?
And what does one get out of using the "sins of the father" excuse"?
Is this phrase dismissive? Useful? A cliche?
Tell me your thoughts on this topic.
