Books like The Heart of Whiteness by Jensen, Robert
In The Heart of Whiteness, Robert Jensen argues that white Americans must acknowledge their active part in perpetuating racism in the United States. Drawing on personal experience, data, and theory, he critiques both overt discrimination and the subtle, polite forms of white supremacy that many overlook. Jensen calls for a self‑examining transformation that could lead to meaningful social change.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Psychology/Social Psychology
Authors: Jensen, Robert
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