A Letter to My White Friends and Colleagues

Autor*innen

• Ronald B. Flowers
• Melissa Rogers
• Steven K. Green

Parameter

• 240 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Historisches Thema
• Politik
• Politikwissenschaft
• Rasse, Rassismus
• Sachliteratur

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Explore how to tackle racial wealth disparity in the United States through the insights of former Harvard Business School professor Steven Rogers. This compelling letter delves into the causes of racial wealth inequality and offers actionable solutions. Drawing on extensive data, historical research, anecdotes, and case studies, it outlines practical ways for White individuals to support the Black community. The text emphasizes that closing the $153,000 wealth gap between Black and White Americans could resolve over 75% of societal issues. Written in accessible language, the book encourages White readers to share their wealth with Black communities. It suggests allocating a portion of household budgets to Black-owned businesses, which can foster growth and job creation. Additionally, it advocates for making significant deposits in Black-owned banks, vital financial institutions that provide essential loans for various needs. The book also strongly supports government reparations for descendants of enslaved individuals. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of racial disparities and discover personal ways to contribute to reducing inequality. With concrete recommendations for redirecting spending to Black-owned institutions, this groundbreaking work provides practical financial strategies to address systemic inequality. Engage with this essential text and be part of the solution.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021
• Einband: Hardcover