Thank you for your comment and the sarcasm it's wrapped in. I love hearing differing viewpoints, as it opens the door to deeper understanding and dialogue.

The article delves into the nuances of Black professionals' experiences in corporate culture in America. It isn't to claim omniscience over what "millions and millions of people REALLY mean" based solely on their skin color or any other singular factor. It sheds light on patterns and systemic issues that often go unaddressed or are dismissed in societal discourse. Your sarcasm may even suggest you know all this already.

Your comment on how "dangerously simple-minded" it is to interpret underlying meanings in certain contexts isn't unfounded—it's crucial to approach such interpretations with care and not to overgeneralize. However, when patterns emerge across numerous accounts and experiences that point to a deeper, systemic issue, it becomes necessary to examine these patterns more closely. You can see this in the article and many other commentators' experiences.

"Awakened" or "woke" — whichever term one prefers — the essence is about being conscious of the complexities and layers that exist within our social interactions and systems. It's about recognizing that individual experiences, while unique, can also reflect broader societal trends that warrant examination and discussion.

Thank you for contributing to the conversation, and I hope we can all continue to learn from each other's perspectives.