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“In principle, it was easy to support the civil rights movement in Mississippi or Washington or on the streets of Detroit. Of course, it was right. But feeling- now, there's a war zone full of land mines which could blow to smithereens any right-thinking individual. And that of course is the territory of race.”

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Book:Skin Deep: Black Women & White Women Write About Race

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Skin Deep: Black Women & White Women Write About Race

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the multifaceted experiences and viewpoints of black and white women regarding race in society. The contributors offer a diverse range of narratives, reflecting on personal stories, historical contexts, and cultural intersections. more

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