Book Discussion via Zoom
White Poverty
by Rev. Dr. William Barber II
WEDNESDAYS
October 23, 30 & November 6
6:30 - 8 p.m. (Eastern) via Zoom
One of the most evil and persistent myths in the United States is the association of Black skin with poverty. Though there are forty million more poor white people than Black people, most Americans, both Republicans and Democrats, continue to think of poverty—along with issues like welfare, unemployment, and food stamps—as solely a Black problem. Why is this so? What are the historical causes? And what are the political consequences that result? These are among the questions addressed in White Poverty, a hugely neglected subject that just might provide the key to mitigating racism and bringing together tens of millions of working class and impoverished Americans. We will cover the Preface and Part I of the book in the first session on 10/23, and then cover Part II on 10/30, and Part III and Epilogue on 11/6. This discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Courtney Williams, Dr. Mary Frances Stuck, and Rev. Gary Smith.
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