When Affirmative Action Was White: An Untold History of Racial Inequality in Twentieth-Century America
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Book Synopsis: A groundbreaking work that exposes the twisted origins of affirmative action.In this "penetrating new analysis" (New York Times Book Review) Ira Katznelson fundamentally recasts our understanding of twentieth-century American history and demonstrates that all the key programs passed during the New Deal and Fair Deal era of the 1930s and 1940s were created in a deeply discriminatory manner. Through mechanisms designed by Southern Democrats that specifically excluded maids and farm workers, the gap between blacks and whites actually widened despite postwar prosperity. In the words of noted historian Eric Foner, "Katznelson's incisive book should change the terms of debate about affirmative action, and about the last seventy years of American history."
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Looking for a groundbreaking read that will challenge your understanding of American history? Look no further than "When Affirmative Action Was White: An Untold History of Racial Inequality in Twentieth-Century America." This penetrating new analysis by Ira Katznelson exposes the twisted origins of affirmative action, revealing that the key programs implemented during the New Deal and Fair Deal era were actually discriminatory in design.
Unlike any other book of its kind, "When Affirmative Action Was White" unearths the hidden truths behind postwar prosperity. Katznelson demonstrates that, despite the economic gains experienced during this time, the racial gap between blacks and whites actually widened. By delving into the mechanisms and policies deliberately crafted by Southern Democrats to exclude maids and farm workers, Katznelson challenges commonly held beliefs and provides a fresh perspective on our nation's history.
With high praise from renowned historian Eric Foner, it's clear that "When Affirmative Action Was White" is a transformative read that demands attention. This incisive book is set to change the terms of debate about affirmative action and reshape our understanding of the last seven decades of American history. It's time to broaden your knowledge and gain deep insights into untold racial inequalities.
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