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Book Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“American Whitelash is indispensable. Really. It is.” — Ibram X. Kendi, author of How to Be an Antiracist
Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Wesley Lowery confronts the sickness at the heart of American society: the cyclical pattern of violence that has marred every moment of racial progress in this country, and whose bloodshed began anew following Obama’s 2008 election.
In 2008, Barack Obama’s historic victory was heralded as a turning point for the country. And so it would be—just not in the way that most Americans hoped. The election of the nation’s first Black president fanned long-burning embers of white supremacy, igniting a new and frightening phase in a historical American cycle of racial progress and white backlash.
In American Whitelash, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and best-selling author Wesley Lowery charts the return of this blood-stained trend, showing how the forces of white power retaliated against Obama’s victory—and both profited from, and helped to propel, the rise of Donald Trump. Interweaving deep historical analysis with gripping firsthand reporting on both victims and perpetrators of violence, Lowery uncovers how this vicious cycle is carrying us into ever more perilous territory, how the federal government has failed to intervene, and how we still might find a route of escape.
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Are you ready to delve deep into the heart of American society? Introducing "American Whitelash: A Changing Nation and the Cost of Progress" – a thought-provoking and eye-opening book by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Wesley Lowery. This New York Times Bestseller is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the patterns of violence that have plagued racial progress in America. Gain invaluable insights into the cyclical nature of white supremacy and its resurgence following Obama's historic election in 2008.
Experience the power of Wesley Lowery's gripping firsthand reporting as he uncovers the dark underbelly of a nation grappling with its own demons. Engross yourself in the pages as he intertwines deep historical analysis with the unsettling stories of both victims and perpetrators of violence. Through his masterful storytelling, Lowery paints a vivid picture of a country ensnared in a dangerous and blood-stained trend.
"American Whitelash" doesn't just expose the problem; it offers a glimmer of hope. Lowery sheds light on how the forces of white power retaliated against Obama's victory, and how they not only profited from but also propelled the rise of Donald Trump. Discover the underlying reasons why the federal government has failed to intervene effectively, and uncover potential routes of escape from this perilous cycle.
Don't miss out on this indispensable book that has been praised by renowned author Ibram X. Kendi, calling it a must-have. Immerse yourself in Wesley Lowery's powerful work by starting your journey with "American Whitelash: A Changing Nation and the Cost of Progress." Order your copy now and be prepared to confront the uncomfortable truths plaguing our society.
Order now and take the first step in understanding the complex dynamics shaping America's present and future.
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