The definition of racism will get an update in Merriam-Webster. The move comes after recent college grad Kennedy Mitchum emailed its editors and suggested that the definition should include a reference to systemic oppression.

When words lose their meaning.... people might lose their freedom.

The definition of racism will get an update in Merriam-Webster.

The move comes after recent college grad Kennedy Mitchum emailed its editors and suggested that the definition should include a reference to systemic oppression. @hereandnowhttps://t.co/x4XLMIEhiE

— NPR (@NPR) June 14, 2020