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A review by spaceonthebookcase
Antiracism as Daily Practice: Refuse Shame, Change White Communities, and Help Create a Just World by Jennifer Harvey
4.0
I felt that author Jennifer Harvey challenged readers to look inward at themselves, and within their community, when applying antiracism practices in their lives. Through personal experiences, even ones that don't paint Harvey in a great light, she was able to show that not being racist isn't enough in a society where racism is everywhere. I appreciated that she challenges societal norms and she gave examples of how to speak about the topic to those closest to you. She was also willing to cut herself off from family who don't respect her values, and I think that is important. The internet, and social media, has given a platform for extremism and racism and we must now work to deplatform them. This doesn't mean you go in guns blazing, as Harvey points out; but sometimes it does mean you stop giving them an ear. A lot of thoughts and research went into this book and it shows. The human connection is strong. And as a narrator I thought Harvey did a great job with pacing and tone.
Thank you SMP & Macmillan Audio for the gifted ARC/ALC.
Thank you SMP & Macmillan Audio for the gifted ARC/ALC.