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A review by katiescontentcorner
Race for Profit: How Banks and the Real Estate Industry Undermined Black Homeownership by Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor
3.5
I read this book for my non-fic book club! I thought it was a really good choice, and I am excited to have the discussion.
Perhaps a bit too academic/dense for my normal taste, Taylor did a great job of laying out the issue and analyzing it. I wanted more of the conclusion, because I am really interested in how the history (the real heft of the book) impacts the today and what we are seeing in current events.
I read Color of Law for my master's program, and that definitely helped me going into this book with level-setting. I read books like this and am angry throughout, so I like to research some local options on how to get involved. Looking to volunteer or donate with my local fair housing center!
Perhaps a bit too academic/dense for my normal taste, Taylor did a great job of laying out the issue and analyzing it. I wanted more of the conclusion, because I am really interested in how the history (the real heft of the book) impacts the today and what we are seeing in current events.
I read Color of Law for my master's program, and that definitely helped me going into this book with level-setting. I read books like this and am angry throughout, so I like to research some local options on how to get involved. Looking to volunteer or donate with my local fair housing center!