Carol Anderson's work delves into the intersection of domestic and international policies, examining how issues of race, justice, and equality shape the American landscape. She meticulously analyzes the complex mechanisms through which policy decisions impact the lives and opportunities of marginalized communities. Anderson's writing illuminates the intricate systems that perpetuate inequality, while simultaneously seeking pathways toward systemic change. Through her scholarship, she offers profound insights into the ongoing struggle for civil rights and the persistent challenges faced by the African American community.
Exploring the critical issue of Black voter suppression, this adaptation presents a thorough historical account that highlights significant events and systemic obstacles faced by Black voters throughout American history. It delves into the socio-political factors that have contributed to disenfranchisement and the ongoing struggle for voting rights, making it a vital resource for understanding the complexities of race and democracy in the United States.
'A provocative look at the racial context for Americans' right to bear arms' New York Times Book Review, Editor's Choice The Second Amendment: The right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed. Throughout history, the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States has protected the right to bear arms. For Black Americans, this has come with the understanding that the moment they exercise this right (or the moment that they don't), their life - as surely as the lives of Philando Castile, Tamir Rice, Breonna Taylor - may be snatched away in a single, fateful second. In The Second, historian and award-winning author Carol Anderson illuminates the history and impact of the Second Amendment: from the seventeenth century, when it was encoded into law that the enslaved could not own, carry or use a firearm, to today, where measures to expand and curtail gun ownership continue to limit the freedoms and power of Black Americans. Through compelling historical narrative merging into the unfolding events of recent years, Anderson's investigation shows that the Second Amendment is not about guns but about anti-Blackness, revealing the magnitude of institutional racism in America today.
The narrative delves into the historical struggle for voting rights, highlighting the persistent challenges faced by marginalized groups, particularly poor, Black, and Latino voters. It connects contemporary issues of voter suppression and contested elections to their historical origins, emphasizing the ongoing battle against structural barriers to the ballot. The book aims to raise awareness of these critical issues and their implications for democracy today.
From the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of White Rage, the startling—and timely—history of voter suppression in America, with a foreword by Senator Dick Durbin. In her New York Times bestseller White Rage, Carol Anderson laid bare an insidious history of policies that have systematically impeded black progress in America, from 1865 to our combustible present. With One Person, No Vote, she chronicles a related history: the rollbacks to African American participation in the vote since the 2013 Supreme Court decision that eviscerated the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Known as the Shelby ruling, this decision effectively allowed districts with a demonstrated history of racial discrimination to change voting requirements without approval from the Department of Justice. Focusing on the aftermath of Shelby, Anderson follows the astonishing story of government-dictated racial discrimination unfolding before our very eyes as more and more states adopt voter suppression laws. In gripping, enlightening detail she explains how voter suppression works, from photo ID requirements to gerrymandering to poll closures. And with vivid characters, she explores the resistance: the organizing, activism, and court battles to restore the basic right to vote to all Americans as the nation gears up for the 2018 midterm elections.
[A] slim but persuasive volume . . . A sobering primer on the myriad ways
African American resilience and triumph over enslavement, Jim Crow and
intolerance have been relentlessly defied by the very institutions entrusted
to uphold our democracy. Washington Post
The Four Noble Truths in the Theravada Buddhist Canon
255 pages
9 hours of reading
The book explores the four noble truths as central to the Pali canon, illustrating their significance in representing Buddha's enlightenment. It delves into how these truths function within a broader framework of Buddha's teachings, providing insights into their application and relevance in the context of Buddhist philosophy. Through this examination, readers gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of these doctrines and their role in guiding spiritual practice.
Focusing on the NAACP's influential role, this book delves into its efforts to support the liberation movements of Africans and Asians while simultaneously combating Jim Crow laws in the United States. It highlights the organization's dual commitment to civil rights domestically and international solidarity, showcasing its impact on global struggles for freedom and justice.
The narrative delves into the history of Laconia's Belknap Mill, a key player in the hosiery industry during the Industrial Revolution. It highlights the innovative owners who propelled the mill to success and the challenges they faced. The story also emphasizes the significant impact of French-Canadian immigrants on the local industry and community. Additionally, it addresses the ongoing struggle between preserving the mill's historic value and the pressures of urban renewal, showcasing its role as a symbol of Laconia's industrial heritage.
The narrative explores the NAACP's efforts to advocate for human rights in the wake of World War II, seizing the moment to confront segregation and inequality in the U.S. It highlights the organization's strategic shift to leverage the human rights framework influenced by the Holocaust. However, the rise of the Cold War and anti-communism hindered these ambitions, forcing the NAACP to adopt a more limited civil rights agenda. Carol Anderson, an esteemed scholar, examines these dynamics and their implications for the Civil Rights Movement's effectiveness in achieving true black equality.
