“I'm somewhat wary of being called 'woke' because it feels absolute in a way that I don't think is realistic.”

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The speaker is saying that the label "woke" makes her uneasy because it sounds too fixed and all-or-nothing. She seems to think that people and their views are more complicated than a single absolute label allows. The quote expresses caution about using broad identity terms too confidently.

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About Franchesca Ramsey

American comedian, activist, television and YouTube personality, and actress

Franchesca Ramsey, also known as Chescaleigh, is an American comedian, activist, television and YouTube personality, and actress. She became widely known after a YouTube commentary on racial issues spread quickly online, and she went on to appear on MTV and MSNBC. Her work has included writing, producing, and performing, with much of her public profile shaped by unexpected activism. She has also been called on as an advisor or coach on social issues, reflecting the way her commentary on race helped define her career.

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