Mediocre
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4.8 • 11 Ratings
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- $19.99
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- $19.99
Publisher Description
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller So You Want to Talk About Race, an “illuminating” (New York Times Book Review) history of white male identity.
What happens to a country that tells generation after generation of white men that they deserve power? What happens when success is defined by status over women and people of color, instead of by actual accomplishments?
Through the last 150 years of American history -- from the post-reconstruction South and the mythic stories of cowboys in the West, to the present-day controversy over NFL protests and the backlash against the rise of women in politics -- Ijeoma Oluo exposes the devastating consequences of white male supremacy on women, people of color, and white men themselves. Mediocre investigates the real costs of this phenomenon in order to imagine a new white male identity, one free from racism and sexism.
As provocative as it is essential, this book will upend everything you thought you knew about American identity and offers a bold new vision of American greatness.
Customer Reviews
To Change Our Future, We Must See Our True Past
In "Mediocre: The Dangerous Legacy of White Male America," Ijeoma Oluo delivers a powerful call to action, urging us to redefine our notions of white manhood and diminish its hold on our society. Through a captivating journey spanning 150 years of American history, Oluo exposes the pervasive influence and profound costs of white male supremacy and challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths, provoke introspection, and ignite transformative change. With unflinching clarity, she unveils the violence and discrimination perpetuated by the "violent, sexist, racist status quo," providing a call to action for those seeking a more just and equitable future. As a white man, reading this book challenged me to dig deep, confront long-held beliefs, and question the narratives that have shaped my understanding of American identity. This profoundly reflective exploration beckons us to courageously tell new, more truthful stories - narratives that encompass the full spectrum of our shared experiences, dismantling the oppressive structures that have upheld white male supremacy for far too long. Let us all heed Oluo's call and work towards a future that embraces the rich diversity of humanity, paving the way for a more inclusive and harmonious society
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