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Embark on a transformative journey with Michelle Alexander's seminal work, "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness." Celebrated as a crucial text in the realm of social justice, this book has ignited discussions and movements centered around criminal justice reform since its debut in 2010. The tenth-anniversary edition, released on January 7, 2020, includes a poignant new preface by Alexander, reflecting on the book鈥檚 profound impact over the past decade. As a key influence on civil rights movements like Black Lives Matter, Alexander's work exposes the racial biases embedded within the U.S. criminal justice system, arguing compellingly that America鈥檚 racial caste system has not been eradicated but merely reshaped. This book is essential for adult education programs aiming to deepen understanding of systemic inequalities and inspire advocacy for change. Dive into this celebrated work that continues to challenge and inspire a generation toward a more equitable future.

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Published by The New Press on January 7, 2020
352 pages
ISBN: 9781620975459
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