This classic unisex jersey short sleeve tee fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft cotton and quality print make users fall in love with it over and over again. These t-shirts have-ribbed knit collars to bolster shaping. The shoulders are tapered for a better fit over time. Dual side seams hold the garment's shape for longer.
.: Made with 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) that is easy to layer, breathable. Perfect for active and leisure wear.
.: The retail fit that is perfect for casual and semi-formal settings. The crew neckline adds a classic, neat style that's perfect for accessorizing.
.: Bella+Canvas manufactures all its products in the US and internationally in humane, no-sweat-shop, sustainable way and is part of the Fair Labor Association as well as Platinum WRAP certified.
.: The tear-away label minimizes skin irritations.
.: Fabric blends: Ash - 99% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester; Heather colors - 52% cotton, 48% polyester; Athletic Heather and Black Heather - 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
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XS |
S |
M |
L |
XL |
2XL |
3XL |
4XL |
| Width, in |
16.50 |
17.99 |
20.00 |
22.01 |
24.02 |
25.98 |
27.99 |
30.00 |
| Length, in |
27.01 |
27.99 |
29.02 |
30.00 |
31.02 |
32.01 |
32.99 |
33.98 |
| Sleeve length, in |
8.62 |
8.90 |
9.17 |
9.45 |
9.72 |
10.00 |
10.39 |
10.79 |
We are pleased to present, our impactful t-shirt, "I'm Gonna Need You To Stop Your Colonial Behavior," designed to spark conversations and shed light on the complexities of white privilege and the detrimental impact of colonial mentality. Colonial mentality, rooted in the perception of ethnic and cultural inferiority, reflects a form of internalized racial oppression. This mentality is an enduring consequence of the United States' extensive history of colonialism, shaping attitudes about mental health in its wake.
But what exactly is white privilege? It's like the air we breathe for those born with access to power and resources, making it challenging to recognize. Peggy McIntosh's insights in "White Privilege and Male Privilege" emphasize that many who possess these privileges may not even realize they have them. For those unaffected, it's like asking fish to notice water or birds to discuss air – it's so ingrained that it feels normal. Privilege, whether based on race, gender, class, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age, is often viewed as unearned power systematically conferred.
This t-shirt serves as a poignant reminder that privileges are not universal conditions but, rather, specific advantages enjoyed by certain individuals. Wearing this shirt is a statement against colonial behavior and white privilege, urging individuals to reflect on the dynamics of privilege and the need to dismantle the deeply ingrained systems that perpetuate inequality. It's a call to action for self-awareness and empathy, encouraging open dialogue about the unseen advantages that some may take for granted.
Change the dialogue and help change the world, one t-shirt at a time with the "I'm Gonna Need You To Stop Your Colonial Behavior". Let this shirt be an emblem of awareness, and a commitment to dismantling the barriers of privilege for a better tomorrow. Nobody deserves to feel less than.
