“Don’t it give you the goose pimples when you realize that white people can kill us and get away with it? Just think of it! We are walkin’ targets everywhere we go—on the subway, in the street, everywhere.”
Quote by Alice Childress
Work
Like One of the Family: Conversations from a Domestic's Life
This book delves into the lives of domestic workers through a series of conversations and personal stories, offering a glimpse into their daily challenges and triumphs. more
Author
Alice Childress
Alice Childress was an American playwright known for her profound insights into racial and social issues. Her works often focused on the lives of black communities, exploring issues of gender, class, and racial inequality. Childress's works include 'Florence' and 'Florence, Florence', which had a profound impact on the theater world. more
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