America in black and white

This book re-examines the enduring issue of race in America, building on Gunnar Myrdal's classic 'American Dilemma.' The authors argue that significant, often unacknowledged, progress has been made in the status of Black Americans since the mid-20th century. They contend that traditional civil rights approaches, such as affirmative action, are no longer effective for addressing current challenges, particularly for the Black underclass. The book ultimately advocates for a unified national understanding to tackle remaining racial disparities.