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  • White Like Me

  • Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son
  • By: Tim Wise
  • Narrated by: Tim Wise
  • Length: 11 hrs and 5 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (701 ratings)

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White Like Me

By: Tim Wise
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With a new preface and updated chapters, White Like Me is one-part memoir, one-part polemical essay collection. It is a personal examination of the way in which racial privilege shapes the daily lives of white Americans in every realm: employment, education, housing, criminal justice, and elsewhere.

Using stories from his own life, Tim Wise demonstrates the ways in which racism not only burdens people of color, but also benefits, in relative terms, those who are "white like him". He discusses how racial privilege can harm whites in the long run and make progressive social change less likely. He explores the ways in which whites can challenge their unjust privileges, and explains in clear and convincing language why it is in the best interest of whites themselves to do so. Using anecdotes instead of stale statistics, Wise weaves a narrative that is at once listenable and yet scholarly, analytical and yet accessible.

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must listen

we recently had a guest Minister lead a workshop in my church and we were talking about race and the role of the church . he is an African American Minister holding a doctorate, and he recommended that I read this book for my own self education. Wow some of this I knew and understood and internalized. some information I had not heard. in particularl the facts about the devastation and results of truly racist views on the people of color in New Orleans. Some things don't make it into the media and therefore we are ignorant. Some things we don't want to admit are true, and therefore we are culpable. But for the most part I walk away from this book Feeling that we white people need to grieve the generations of violence and oppression waged against people of color. because we haven't grieved, we white people haven't been able to truly face our historical role or our place of privilege as a result of that oppression. that's why I think we are often in denial. I will send this book to my 21 year old blue eyed blonde haired daughter and continue to do my part to educate and create change.

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Insightful!

A superbly written and narrated book with deep insight into a deeply complex and sensitive topic.

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What a great reflection on our history and the impact of racism.

Very accessible, concrete examples of how racism played and plays out in our history. Clear thinking very well thought through arguments. Great tips for parents who want advice on how to talk to kids about race.

He should have hired a prof narrator though.

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White priviledge explained

I had to read this book in a class about racism. I'm white and trying to explain white privilege to someone that doesn't understand it is difficult but with this book, it puts light to the issues we still face in this world. I highly recommend it.

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Excellent

Tim Wise adds to the story as he goes through. It is much more than a reading, it is supplemental!

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Masterpiece

The most important writing I have ever read or listened to. The struggle should continue and I also choose hope...

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Thought provoking information...

Splendid, well thought out analyses on simplistic subject matter that is often hidden in plain sight. Could be extremely educastionally useful in many arenas. Well done...

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A much needed view

I have been looking for an educating and informative book regarding the issue of race and Tim Wise provided just that. His outlook and grasp on the history and current issues helped me greatly. I highly recommend this book to challenge your views, beliefs and learn ways to be an ally in the resistance.

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Insightful perspective

An easy read about an uneasy subject matter. Mr. Wise makes this palatable even to those who may end up with a bitter taste in their mouths.

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AMAZING!

Thought provoking and inspiring! Youll he challenged to see yourself in a new way. Do yourself a favor and read it!

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