Kerry Washington believes that society should be more aware of the “language” used surrounding the topics of inclusivity and diversity.

During an appearance on the first episode of the “Hollywood, The Sequel” NPR podcast with host John Horn, Washington spoke candidly about the entertainment industry in the wakes of the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery.

“I think a more radical acceptance of anti-racist society, policies, and culture,” Washington explained.

Washington also admitted that despite the uptick in protests, “not much has changed for Black people in the last couple of weeks.”

But until the day comes where society witnesses a rebuilding of the broken systems in place, Washington hopes that “a lot of good [comes out of these conversations] and that we can see each other and have courage to make room for each other.”