The Tyranny of the Meritocracy
- 160pages
- 6 heures de lecture




The book features twelve African American authors sharing their personal experiences with racial profiling, offering poignant insights into societal issues. Described as both factual and narrative-driven, it combines individual stories to highlight the broader implications of racism in America. Through these narratives, it uncovers deep truths about identity, injustice, and the impact of race on everyday life, making it a compelling read that resonates with contemporary discussions on race relations.
Like the canaries that alerted miners to a poisonous atmosphere, issues of race point to underlying problems in society that ultimately affect everyone, not just minorities. Now, in a powerful and challenging book, Lani Guinier and Gerald Torres propose a radical new way to confront race in the twenty-first century. schovat popis
Turning a Civil Rights Setback Into a New Vision of Social Justice
The nomination of Lani Guinier by President Bill Clinton in 1993 marks a significant moment in civil rights history. As a close friend and classmate of Clinton, Guinier's appointment to the role of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights highlights her expertise and commitment to social justice. The narrative explores the implications of her nomination and the challenges she faced, reflecting broader themes of race, politics, and the fight for equality in America.