Robin DiAngelo duped by Matt Walsh in reparations mockumentary

Robin DiAngelo, author of 'White Fragility', was misled by conservative podcaster Matt Walsh during an interview for a documentary initially titled 'Shades of Justice'. The film was intended to explore anti-racist efforts in the U.S., but Walsh, posing as an anti-racist activist, manipulated the situation to create a controversial reparations scene. DiAngelo was paid $15,000 for her participation, which she later donated, but she felt uneasy during the interview due to Walsh's odd appearance and demeanor. As the interview progressed, Walsh introduced his black producer, Ben, and convinced DiAngelo to give him cash as reparations, a moment that left her confused and unsettled. After the filming, DiAngelo reached out to the production team to express her concerns about the misleading portrayal of reparations, but her emails went unanswered. She later discovered that the documentary was not what she had been led to believe. The film, titled 'Am I Racist?', is described by DiAngelo as a Borat-style mockumentary aimed at discrediting anti-racist educators and activists. She expressed her disappointment and frustration in a public statement, emphasizing that the film's true intent was to humiliate those involved in anti-racist work. Walsh, on the other hand, took to social media to mock DiAngelo's comments, highlighting her observations about his wig and celebrating her denunciation of the film. The documentary is set to be released in theaters on September 13, marking a significant moment for Walsh and the Daily Wire as they venture into feature films. DiAngelo's experience serves as a cautionary tale about the potential for manipulation in media and the importance of transparency in discussions about race and reparations.