While it's true that Indian-Americans may experience more poverty, unemployment, and educational disparities than white Americans, does this mean that their overall experience with America is the same as other ethnic minorities? Not quite. As American-born Indian males living in large, liberal cities, the chances of us personally experiencing a racial slur or discriminatory practice are close to zero. The most we have to worry about is being mistaken for computer programmers.
Of course, we understand that Indian-Americans may suffer from certain economic and social inequalities and will not deny that they are often victims of hate crimes. That being said, it's also important to recognize that in many respects, our experiences are not the same as those of other ethnic minorities. Our success in education and our long life expectancy demonstrate a level of privilege that has enabled us to enjoy the fruits of America without the same degree of discrimination suffered by other ethnicities.
What's more, Indian-Americans are at a unique advantage when it comes to bettering the plight of other minority groups. Our success has enabled us to be vocal and active in the political landscape and amplify the voices of those who have been silenced for far too long. We can use our privilege and resources to speak out against systemic inequality and oppression, something which is far more powerful than simply being "allowed" to "take one for the team." So if you're looking for someone to scapegoat, UrRong - let's use our brown privilege for good!