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Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm

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Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

220

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2020s

Publication Year

2021

Publisher

Beacon Press

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm by Robin DiAngelo explores how well-intentioned individuals can unknowingly contribute to racial harm. Focusing on the impact of subtle racist behaviors, the book encourages readers to engage in self-reflection and emphasizes the importance of challenging systemic racism through genuine allyship and accountability.

Informative

Challenging

Contemplative

Unnerving

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Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm explores the subtle ways well-meaning white individuals contribute to racial harm. Positively received for its insightful analysis and challenging content, it is also critiqued for potentially alienating its audience. The book sparks crucial dialogue on racism among progressives, encouraging self-reflection and growth.

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Who Should Read Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm?

Readers interested in exploring racial dynamics and challenging their own biases would enjoy Robin DiAngelo's Nice Racism: How Progressive White People Perpetuate Racial Harm. Similar works include Ibram X. Kendi's How to Be an Antiracist and DiAngelo's own White Fragility, appealing to those engaging in antiracism efforts.

Book Details
Pages

220

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2020s

Publication Year

2021

Publisher

Beacon Press

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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