“CHALLENGING THE CULTURE OF CRUELTY: UNDERSTANDING AND DEFEATING RACE AND CLASS INEQUITY IN AMERICA”
by Tim Wise
Acclaimed American anti-racism activist and writer
Friday, March 18, 2016
North Kedzie (Rm N101)
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Wise is the author of six books, including his celebrated memoir, White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son, as well as Dear White America: Letter to a New Minority, and Colorblind: The Rise of Post-Racial Politics and the Retreat from Racial Equity. In his latest book, Under the Affluence: Shaming the Poor, Praising the Rich and Sacrificing the Future of America, released in 2015, he explores the way that racism has been central to the development and perpetuation of the nation’s class system. Further, he demonstrates the importance of challenging the dominant White racial narrative not only to fight racism itself, but also economic and social injustice in society.
Sponsored by
Julian Samora Research Institute
Office for Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives
The Comparative Black History Program
College of Human Medicine
College of Veterinary Medicine
International Studies & Programs
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC