Race Experts by Elisabeth Lasch-Quinn
Culture, Politics, and the Black Public Intellectual
This thought-provoking work delves into the complexities of race relations in America, critiquing the rise of professional "race experts" who, the author argues, often exacerbate racial tensions rather than alleviate them. Through a critical examination of diversity training programs and race-related workshops, the book questions the effectiveness of these initiatives in fostering genuine understanding and reconciliation. It suggests that the commercialization of racial discourse has led to a superficial engagement with the issues, urging a return to more authentic and meaningful dialogues about race.
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- Published
- 2001
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- English
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- 44th on Current’s 100 Books of the 21st Century (Current)