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A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR A collection of provocative essays exploring the key social justice issues of our time—from George Floyd to antiracism to inequality and the Supreme Court. Kennedy is "among the most incisive American commentators on race" (The New York Times)...

When Mater meets a UFO, Mater decides to teach it all his favorite things to do on Earth. But when the UFO is kidnapped, Mater must go undercover to rescue his friend.

The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving! Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating vehicles around.

Introducing We’ve Got Answers, Charlamagne’s self-described "safe space for unsafe questions," where America’s most basic, sincere, and yes, at times, ignorant questions about Black America get unequivocally answered. With riveting, unfiltered conversation between today’s most prominent Black thought leaders in their field and author, James Altucher, We’ve Got Answers is essential listening for all. Its lasting power is derived from not only confronting hard truths, but providing a path forward. Are you ready to listen?

Mikey's older brother, AJ, is better at everything. When the boys go to the river for the day, Mikey is determined to beat AJ in a tube race. Will Mikey paddle to his first win or sink in his tube?

The Duanwu Festival is just around the corner, and Mulan's favorite part is the Dragon Boat Race. Listen along as Mulan's village enters the race for the first time!

This report addresses differences between ethnic groups in comparison with the white majority across the realms of employment, fairness at work, crime and policing, and health.

Rather than endure the conflict of racial realities, many people choose instead to avoid the topic altogether, or remain silent when it is raised. Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence: Understanding and Facilitating Difficult Dialogues on Race puts an end to that dynamic by sharing strategies for smoothing conversations about race in a productive manner. A guide for facilitating and participating in difficult dialogues about race, author Derald Wing Sue explores the characteristics, dynamics, and meaning behind discussions about race....

Everyday Conversations on Race brings people together across race and culture for open comfortable conversations about race in a casual setting to bring race to the people. Our mission is to disrupt the way race is talked about, break racial silos and have a global impact on how people see each other.

Taylor's first live spoken-word collection since 2003, Icarus Airlines, contains 34 poems.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER In this “excellent” (Economist) book, the national security expert who predicted Putin’s invasion of Ukraine argues that Xi Jinping is preparing to conquer Taiwan—with dire global stakes if he is not deterred We are fully in the midst of Cold War II, this time with...

Conversations of Race are a priority of the YMCA of the North. Listen each month as we have various guests to discuss topics on race with YMCA president and host Glen Gunderson.

'This book is a glowing achievement by one of the best essayists of her generation' Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff ‘Witty, fresh and full of life’ Liv Little Kimberly McIntosh has lived a full life, with a loving family, messy friendships, mind-expanding travel and all-night parties. She’s also...

Explore Ryan's impressions of his school trip to Malawi, and Josephine's experience as a Malawian student living in Edinburgh. Race and Equality are by far topics that bring people from different backgrounds and cultures together, sharing their voices with the aim to reach one goal : Unity. - Josephine Join us, as two members of the Scotland Malawi Partnership's Youth Festival team, as we discuss some key issues that youth today are facing with regards to these key issues. This podcast is launched as part of the Scotland Malawi Partnership's Youth Festival 2021. Visit the website to hear more ...

This series began in response to the police killing of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. In this work, we hope to explore, enlighten, and engage ourselves and the campus community with ongoing panel discussions, lectures, presentations, and film screenings related to the history and current context of race, policing, and criminal justice. We invite leading scholars, journalists, lawyers, healthcare professionals, current and veteran members of law enforcement, faith-based leaders, the formerly incarcerated, artists, activists, students, and more to share their experience, expertise, and passion ...

"Mayor de Blasio, Informed by His Family, Steps into Debate on Race" is from the July 12, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by William Neuman and narrated by Caroline Miller.

One promise of democracy is the right of every citizen to vote. And yet, from our founding, strong political forces were determined to limit that right. The Supreme Court, Alexander Hamilton wrote, would protect the weak against this very sort of tyranny. Still, as On Account of Race forcefully demonstrates, through the better part of American history the Court has instead been a protector of white rule. And complex threats against the right to vote persist even today.

*INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER* *LONGLISTED FOR THE TORONTO BOOK AWARD* “Black Boys Like Me ignited parts of me I honestly didn't believe any book could ever know. . . . Seldom do incredibly titled books earn their titles. Matthew R. Morris earns this classic title with a classic book about our...

"Film Academy Governors Take On Race and Ratings" is from the March 13, 2016, Arts section of The New York Times. It was written by Michael Cieply and Brooks Barnes and narrated by Kristi Burns.

Afua Hirsch is British. Her parents are British. She was raised, educated and socialised in Britain. Her partner, her daughter, her sister and the vast majority of her friends are British. So why is her identity and sense of belonging a subject of debate? The reason is simply because of the colour of her skin. Blending history, memoir and individual experiences, Afua Hirsch reveals the identity crisis at the heart of Britain today. Far from affecting only minority people, Britain is a nation in denial about its past and its present.