Black in America

Black in America is an exploration of racism in America through essays and poems. It spans from the beginnings of the civil rights movement through today, with perspectives on the murders of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd. It includes powerful poems Why We Say Black Lives Matter , Baltimore , Requiem for Laquan It takes a look at people who have been lightning rods for race relations in America and has some surprising insights into the people and events that have shaped race relations in America for the past 60 years. It is a powerful work that teaches as it entertains and allows the reader gain new insights.