pickThe facts of American white supremacy with necessary honesty, asking white people to take ownership and work toward doing better. I got the companion journal to allow some thoughtful reflection.
panI wanted to like this book more. As a Christian, I appreciate Christian leaders speaking out against racism. For me, this book still made those very subtle Southern excuses and even though many Southern Christians found it offensive, I don‘t think the message is strong enough. Jesus overturned tables and this is more like a pleading “come on guys we shouldn‘t still be doing this.” 👇🏻
Reading for today because of several conversations and observations from the previous few weeks since “Jackie Robinson Day.”
#baseball
#racism
#americanhistory
pickI‘m sure this is one that was recommended in my early Litsy days. The narrator was good, but the story was heartbreaking.
bailedI attempted to listen to this via audio book, and was unable to finish it. I may give reading a shot and see if I prefer that format.
so-so*Not the tagged book* Jodi Picoult turns the tables in this Only From Audible short story, “Choice.” James, a man who had ended his relationship with his girlfriend due to his aversion to having children, found himself unexpectedly pregnant one morning. As he navigated his day, he faced the judgments and biases of his colleagues and strangers.
Full Review abookandadog.com/blog/choice-picoult
“Equality is treating everyone the same. But equity is taking differences into account, so everyone has a chance to succeed.”
#May2025
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#RealHistory @Librarybelle
George Floyd was murdered in fairly recent history, but this book is so well researched that it takes the reader all the way back to his family roots during times of slavery and sharecropping. I am so glad I read it. I came out of the experience with a better understanding of systemic racism and the conviction that we can never ever give up the fight for justice. George Floyd!
