To the editor:

Critical race theory is a particularly divisive form of identity politics. It was first promoted by left-wing university professors and has now spread throughout society. Pitting classes or races against one another has been a classic Marxist tactic for more than 100 years.

Without citing much evidence, President Joe Biden claimed that the U.S. is systemically racist and that white supremacy is our greatest threat. China, which actually is our greatest threat, is laughing at us.

China uses the term “Baizuo,” which means “White Left,” to describe American progressives. China believes that the “Baizuo” tactic of identity politics will destroy America.

At the recent summit in Alaska, China boldly lectured our diplomats by repeating the progressives’ lie that America is systemically racist. Similarly, after his meeting with Biden, Vladimir Putin also repeated the progressives’ lies.

Identity politics is destroying America. Some progressives intend to destroy America, some want to increase political power, but most are simply useful idiots.

Ed White,

Lawrence