Who Is Racist? Why Racism Matters - Hardcover

Tan, Alexis

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1793535787 ISBN 13: 9781793535788

Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing, 2021

Synopsis

The topic of race is often mentioned in conversations regarding politics and social issues. In fact, race ranks among the most frequently mentioned topics in the media and current political debates. Yet, most people and public officials are reluctant to talk about race other than stating, "I am not a racist" when, in fact, our thinking about many of these issues may be subconsciously grounded in racial perceptions. This book invites you to participate in a meaningful conversation about race and racism. It addresses the following questions: What is racism? Why does racism exist? Who is a racist? Why does racism matter in social, personal, and political contexts? What are strategies to address racism? Author Alexis Tan expertly addresses these important questions by weaving social science research with media stories that demonstrate everyday instances of both racism and hope. He shares personal experiences and observations as a man of color and a privileged American to underscore the complexity of issues related to race and racism. Who is a Racist? Why Racism Matters sheds a bright and enduring light on racism, its consequences, and how it affects us all.

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About the Author

Alexis Tan holds a Ph.D. in mass communication from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is a professor of communication and was the inaugural university faculty diversity fellow and the founding director of the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication at Washington State University. The recipient of a Senior Fulbright Award, Dr. Tan has lectured and performed research in over twenty countries. He has written over sixty journal articles and book chapters, and is the author of five communication textbooks.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1793535787
• ISBN 13: 9781793535788
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 140