How to Be an Antiracist
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How to Be an Antiracist is a 2019 memoir by Ibram X. Kendi, an American author, historian, and activist. Kendi's work argues that racist policies and ideas are deeply embedded in American society. The book encourages individuals to examine racism within themselves and advocates for actively opposing racism through one's actions and policies. Kendi posits that racial inequality stems from power and policy, and that "racist" should describe actions rather than identity. The book gained significant attention during a period of heightened calls for racial justice in the United States.12
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