Higher Ground: Morality and Humanity in the Evolving Politics of Race

The book explores how to reconstruct an anti-racist consensus in the US by analyzing history, understanding modern racism, and political parties' approaches. It emphasizes the importance of a moral conviction against racism and argues that this conviction can be nurtured through a deeper understanding of the human costs of racism.

Format: Hardback
Length: 236 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2023
Publisher: Lexington Books

In the aftermath of George Floyd's tragic death, a strong sense of unity among Americans against racism emerged. However, as the political landscape became increasingly polarized, this consensus seemed to dissipate. How can we break free from this cycle of polarization and rebuild a consensus for meaningful action against racism? This book delves into the lessons of history, challenges in understanding modern racism, and the approaches taken by American political parties to address this issue. With a person-centered and psychological perspective, the author emphasizes arguments and research findings that prioritize humanity and carry moral weight. The author's analysis reveals that morality, humanity, and racism are interconnected and mutually influential. By fostering a deeper understanding of the human costs of racism for all Americans, the author argues that moral conviction against racism can increase the likelihood of meaningful change. This is the path toward achieving true equality, where Americans can come together to work towards a more just and inclusive society.

In the aftermath of George Floyd's tragic death, a strong sense of unity among Americans against racism emerged. However, as the political landscape became increasingly polarized, this consensus seemed to dissipate. How can we break free from this cycle of polarization and rebuild a consensus for meaningful action against racism? This book delves into the lessons of history, challenges in understanding modern racism, and the approaches taken by American political parties to address this issue. With a person-centered and psychological perspective, the author emphasizes arguments and research findings that prioritize humanity and carry moral weight. The author's analysis reveals that morality, humanity, and racism are interconnected and mutually influential. By fostering a deeper understanding of the human costs of racism for all Americans, the author argues that moral conviction against racism can increase the likelihood of meaningful change. This is the path toward achieving true equality, where Americans can come together to work towards a more just and inclusive society.

Weight: 510g
Dimension: 158 x 237 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666907537