Overview

In 2016, the president-elect of the United States openly called for segregation and deportation based on race and religion. Meanwhile, inequalities in education, housing, health care, and the job market continue to prevail, while increased insecurity and fear have led to an epidemic of scapegoating and harassment of people of color. Yet, recent polls show that only thirty-one percent of white people in the United States believe racism is a major societal problem; at the same time, resistance is strong, as highlighted by indigenous struggles for land and sovereignty and the Movement for Black Lives. Completely revised and updated, this fourth edition of Uprooting Racism offers a framework around neoliberalism and interpersonal, institutional, and cultural racism, along with stories of resistance and white solidarity. It provides practical tools and advice on how white people can work as allies for racial justice, engaging the reader through questions, exercises, and suggestions for action, and includes a wealth of information about specific cultural groups such as Muslims, people with mixed heritage, Native Americans, Jews, recent immigrants, Asian Americans, and Latino/as. Previous editions of Uprooting Racism have sold more than 50,000 copies. This accessible, personal, supportive, and practical guide is ideal for students, community activists, teachers, youth workers, and anyone interested in issues of diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice. Paul Kivel is an award-winning author and an accomplished trainer and speaker. He has been a social justice activist, a nationally and internationally recognized anti-racism educator, and an innovative leader in violence prevention for over forty years.

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Author:   Paul Kivel
Publisher:   New Society Publishers
Imprint:   New Society Publishers
Edition:   Revised and Updated
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.639kg
ISBN:  

9780865718654

ISBN 10:   0865718652
Pages:   448
Publication Date:   28 August 2017
Recommended Age:   From 16 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  General ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

"Acknowledgments Preface to Previous Editions Preface to the Fourth Edition A Note on Language Introduction: ""Only Justice Can Put Out the Fire"" Part I: What Color is White? Let's Talk ""I'm Not White"" ""I'm Not Racist"" What Is Racism? What Is Whiteness? Words and Pictures White Benefits, Middle-Class Privilege White Benefits? A Personal Assessment The Economic Pyramid The Costs of Racism to People of Color The Culture of Power Entitlement Cultural Appropriation The Costs of Racism to White People Retaining Benefits, Avoiding Responsibility White Fragility and White Power ""Thank You for Being Angry"" It's Good to Talk about Racism Who Is a Victim? Part II: The Dynamics of Racism The Enemy Within Fear and Danger The Geography of Fear Exotic and Erotic The Myth of the Happy Family Beyond Black and White What's in a Name? Separatism Part III: Being Allies Mutual Interest What Does an Ally Do? Showing Up as a Strong White Ally An Ally Is Not a Hero or Savior Basic Tactics Getting Involved Allies Leverage Their Resources An Ally Educates, Mobilizes, and Organizes Other      White People An Ally Makes a Commitment I Would Be a Perfect Ally if It's Not Just a Joke Talking and Working with White People What about Friends and Family Members? Tips for Talking with White People about Racism Allies, Collaborators, and Agents A Web of Control Part IV: The Effects of History Histories of Racism People of Mixed Heritage Native Americans African Americans Asian Americans Latinx Arab Americans Muslims Jewish People Recent Immigrants We All Stand to Gain Part V: Fighting Institutional Racism Institutional Racism Land and Housing Public Policy Reparations Voting Affirmative Action At Work At School Health Care The Police The Criminal/legal System Religion Foreign Policy Environmental Justice Part VI: Democratic, Anti-Racist Multiculturalism Democratic, Anti-Racist Multiculturalism Multicultural Competence Anti-Racism Integration and Tokenism Organizational Change and Accountability Home and Family For the Long Haul Conclusion Afterword Notes Bibliography Other Resources Index About the Author About New Society Publishers"

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Paul Kivel: has been a social justice activist, a nationally and internationally recognized anti-racism educator and an innovative leader in violence prevention for over 40 years. He is an award-winning author and an accomplished trainer and speaker, and has conducted thousands of talks, trainings, and workshops on diversity, men's issues, the challenges of youth, and the impact of class and power on daily life.

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