"A balanced and thorough look at the United States' most important contemporary race issues, with timely content and excellent supporting documentation." – Library Journal

This book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand race in America, drawing on research from a variety of fields to answer frequently asked questions regarding race relations, systemic racism, and racial inequality.

Readers will gain a better understanding of high-interest topics such as white privilege, racial bias in criminal justice, media bias, housing...