A review by barnesbookshelf
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo

5.0

What i really like about this book is that it not only explains common racist problems, but offers solutions as well. Oluo is very frank about the situations people will find themselves in, and she offers examples of how to respond in a way that will hopefully minimize any potential harm. When I read White Fragility by Robin D'Angelo, I felt hopeless for a large part of the book because it talked about all the problems, and offered solutions only in the last couple of chapters. I loved that Oluo aligned the problems and solutions.

I also love the call to action. As Oluo says, it is incredibly important to not just talk, but do. I'm looking forward to becoming more active in my community to try and help dismantle systems of oppression, and I'm glad for all the tips this book gave me.