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The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness
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Cornel West, Michelle Alexander  | The New Press Inc.

The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness

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Goodreads rating: 4.52

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"The New Jim Crow" could be a profound read for you if you're interested in understanding the realities of systemic racism and its deep roots within the US justice system. Michelle Alexander's perspective as a legal scholar provides an incisive critique of how policies have perpetuated a cycle that disenfranchises African Americans. It's a compelling call to action, challenging readers to confront hard truths and mobilize for racial justice.
The New Jim Crow
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Michelle Alexander | Penguin Books Ltd.

The New Jim Crow

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Goodreads rating: 4.52

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Recommendation: The New Jim Crow is a must-read for anyone interested in social justice and understanding how the American justice system has perpetuated racism against African Americans through mass incarceration. Michelle Alexander's concise and well-researched account of how the War on Drugs targeted black men, subsequently leaving them to face a lifetime of disenfranchisement and discrimination is an argument well-worth considering. The evidence Alexander presents is powerful, the narrative is clear and concise, and her call to action will leave readers inspired to join the fight for justice.
So You Want to Talk About Race
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Ijeoma Oluo | Seal Press

So You Want to Talk About Race

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Goodreads rating: 4.49

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If you've ever felt uncertain about discussing race and racism, Ijeoma Oluo's book is a necessary read. It's like having a frank, compassionate friend who helps you understand complex issues and equips you with the knowledge to have those tough, often avoided, conversations. Oluo gracefully dismantles systemic issues, making this book a beacon for anyone seeking clarity and a place to start the dialogue.
Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents
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Isabel Wilkerson | Random House

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents

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Goodreads rating: 4.53

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If you've ever pondered the deep-rooted divisions in American society, "Caste" is an enlightening read. Isabel Wilkerson's meticulous research connects past and present, uncovering the foundational yet often invisible caste system underpinning American life. Through compelling stories and historical insights, Wilkerson invites a reflection on how unseen structures shape power, behavior, and the collective fate. It’s both a deep dive into sociology and a necessary conversation starter for anyone interested in the crossroads of history, identity, and justice.
Black Ants and Buddhists : Thinking Critically and Teaching Differently in the Primary Grades - Thryft
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Mary Cowhey | Routledge

Black Ants and Buddhists : Thinking Critically and Teaching Differently in the Primary Grades

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Goodreads rating: 4.26

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Black Ants and Buddhists could be a good read for teachers who want to inspire their students to be more accepting and inclusive. The book shares innovative approaches to promoting a more peaceful way of viewing the world, with interwoven stories of Mary's Irish roots and her selected heroes such as Gandhi and Martin Luther King. The book doesn't provide easy solutions, however, it offers various ways of inciting conversations about diversity.
What Truth Sounds Like - Robert F. Kennedy, James Baldwin, And Our Unfinished Conversation About Race In America - Thryft
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Michael Eric Dyson | St. Martin's Press

What Truth Sounds Like - Robert F. Kennedy, James Baldwin, And Our Unfinished Conversation About Race In America

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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What Truth Sounds Like is a fearless insight into the confrontations around race and power struggled by black America in the sixties but still resonates today. This searing prose, with first-hand accounts from activists, intellectuals, and politicians such as Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., Aretha Franklin, and Robert F. Kennedy makes it an essential read for anyone looking for meaningful reflections to address racial inequality.