The Color of Law
Author: Richard Rothstein
ISBN-13: 9781631492860
Publisher: Norton
Published: 2017
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- One Sentence Summary
- Case-by-case and comprehensive analyses of how government policies have contributed to racial segregation in American cities.
- Why I Chose This Book
- I had a vague understanding of redlining and housing discrimination, but I wanted to learn more about the history of these practices and how they continue to impact U.S. citizens.
- Any surprises?
- This book kicked off a new fascination with planning and housing policy. It ultimately prompted me to get more involved in local economic & civic development/organizing.
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information-dense historical