This is one of those books that one should read with pen in hand. There is so much to learn, so much personal reflection required, and a few things to be challenged. Eddie S. Glaude Jr., author of "Democracy in Black" is currently a professor of Religion and African American studies at Princeton University. From all that I could glean from this book without actually doing any fact checking, he seems to be extremely knowledgeable and experienced on this subject. He often references historical events or presidential policies while throughly discussing their effects on the black community. It's candid and honest. If you're white, read this with an open mind, and read it carefully. It is difficult to have the finger pointed at you for the racial inequality in America. It is difficult to acknowledge that we're privileged because frankly, we are so accustomed to it that we don't even recognize it. I found myself feeling defensive a lot. ...