A review by pinecone_mushroom
Things That Make White People Uncomfortable by Dave Zirin, Michael Bennett

5.0

I loved this book. It's a good companion to Ijeoma Oluo's "So You Want to Talk About Race" -- it's similar in how it's a friendly, hand-holding introduction to racism. Made me consider topics such as: Pete Carroll is one of the good guys; athletes comparing themselves to slaves; instant forgiveness; coaches who consider themselves father figures; childhood nutrition programs; fantasy football; if I can watch football at all any more; why white women cry at Black activists and expect to be comforted; how beautiful Bennett's beard is. Funny, educational, interesting, motivating.