Against the Grain

Against Race Reductionism

Racism is finally getting the attention it deserves, including the violence that people of color experience at the hands of the police. But can contemporary racism be understood outside of capitalism? Historian Touré Reed argues against artificially separating race from class — what he terms race reductionism. (Encore presentation.)

Resources:

Touré F. Reed, Toward Freedom The Case Against Race Reductionism Verso, 2020

Playlist

Artist Song Album Label
BiggabushIlu Baje (Sick State)Biggabush Presents Lightning Head: 13 Faces of Lightning HeadMERLIN - Tru Thoughts
Dhamaal SoundsystemR/evolutionDhamaal SoundsystemDhamaal SF - Surya Vault Records
SantanaEuropa (Earth's Cry, Heaven's Smile)Les IndispensablesSony Music Media