A key defense mechanism of Whites which helps maintain White privilege and alleviate dissonance and emotional discomfort is

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Denial is a defense mechanism that helps individuals maintain their privilege by refusing to acknowledge it exists, thus alleviating dissonance and emotional discomfort. Empowerment and stereotypes are not defense mechanisms used to maintain privilege in this context.

A Key Defense Mechanism of Whites Which Helps Maintain White