I recently had a chat with an American guest, a Caucasian, who was surprised by the 'special treatment' he received from the Filipinos he met during his visit. They would let him skip the queue although others had been waiting in line longer. He noticed though that people from provincial areas were a bit reserved and hesitant to chat with him. I explained to him the social advantages that come with white privilege. Thinking about our conversation, however, made me realize how important it is to acknowledge that these dynamics go beyond surface appearances.

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