Let's Talk Race

This book examines why whites have difficulty talking about race and provides suggestions for how to overcome those difficulties. Follows on from New Society Publishers best-selling title, Uprooting Racism by Paul Kivel by giving specific tools and concrete actions to support people learning and having conversations Johnson and Fine are experts in race and in communication and respected professors who teach and write about race. They are published authors in the topic area and regularly contribute to magazines and blogs. Their personal experiences as the white parents of two adopted African American sons deeply informs their writing and life experiences Each section has reflection points to help the reader dig deeper Differs from White Fragility because it works with the reader, rather than against them It sets the foundation for building understanding, trust, and the relationships necessary to address racism at the macro level. It goes beyond an analysis of why white people have difficulty talking about race by offering prompts for personal reflection and productive conversations with others Includes practical advice on things to say or do or not to say or do in conversations about race. Filled with concrete examples, personal anecdotes, and research data that support the authors' analysis. Written in a supportive and non-judgmental tone Gives conversation do's and don'ts Final chapter focuses on how to find conversational partners and create safe places for conversations. Companion to Paul Kivel's Uprooting Racism