Blackballed

The Black and White Politics of Race on America's Campuses

De: Lawrence Ross

Narrado por: Ron Butler

College is a word that means many things to many people: a space for knowledge, a place to gain lifelong friends, and an opportunity to transcend one's socioeconomic station. Today, though, this word also recalls a slew of headlines that have revealed a dark and persistent world of racial politics on campus.

From Lawrence Ross, author of The Divine Nine, Blackballed is an explosive and controversial book that rips the veil off America's hidden secret: America's colleges have fostered a racist environment that makes them hostile spaces for African American students. Blackballed exposes the white fraternity and sorority system, with traditions of racist parties and songs and assaults on black students; and the universities themselves, who name campus buildings after racist men and women. It also takes a deep dive into anti-affirmative action policies and how they effectively segregate predominately white universities, providing ample room for white privilege.

A bold mix of history and the current climate, Blackballed is a call to action for universities to make radical changes to their policies and standards to foster a better legacy for all students.

©2015 Lawrence Ross (P)2016 Tantor

Reseñas de la Crítica

"An impassioned indictment of racism in predominantly white institutions of higher learning." ( Kirkus)

Very insightful

With a son at a PWI (Ivy), this read pulled back the covers and opened my eyes quite a bit. I really enjoyed it; mostly likely will listen again.

A must read

If you have kids going to college and or pledging a frat or sorority this book is a must read