Tanya Maria Golash-Boza is Professor of Sociology at the University of California, Merced.

"This text is outstanding in multiple ways. It blends history, theory, and contemporary analyses of issues that students can connect to; it integrates important empirical data which help support the narrative; and it includes analysis of past and current public policies designed to address racial inequality." Armando Mejia, Cal State-Long Beach

"I am impressed by the critical genius of the author. I am confident that this book will encourage my students to feel more comfortable talking about race and be better prepared to confront racial inequalities from an academic and well-informed perspective. This book takes a bold step at encouraging racial justice and stimulating conversation for students to have in the classroom and beyond." Gail Wallace, University of Alabama-Birmingham

"The overall topical coverage of the book is excellent, balanced, and complete. The book is theoretically robust and unique in that it effectively encompasses both a historical and sociological approach. The coverage and comprehensive nature of the chapters is impressive." Michael Aquino, Pima Community College