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avocaho's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Kimberly Jones is such an inspiring voice. This book is a powerful deep dive into systemic barriers to true equality and what equitable systems can be implemented to uplift communities of color.
arisdesert's review
Overly capitalist in solution focus. Although I think I was too focused on the first part of the title. Overall a good explanation but I don’t think the solution is to necessarily spend money elsewhere and the cancellation section just seemed silly to me. Again the first half of this book is strong I just don’t agree in the action suggestion.
thebarefootphilosopher's review
5.0
A critical and pivotal addition to the American literary canon. Kimberly Jones masterfully achieves what many struggle to do. Hold a mirror up to American and allowing us to truly see ourselves for who we are.
glendareads39's review
5.0
"But we also have to hold this country accountable for repairing all the damage done. America is only America because of what it could become by standing on our backs. This country owes us everything. We should never be ashamed or embarrassed to name that truth." (Page 81)
How we can Win is an must read to fight for true equity and justice. Kimberly Jones shares strategies for effective change as citizens and allies.
How we can Win is an must read to fight for true equity and justice. Kimberly Jones shares strategies for effective change as citizens and allies.
problemreader's review
4.0
I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway. It should be required reading for all.
hannerwell's review
Came into this after watching her viral speech, and so, so glad I had the audiobook. Incredible voice, narrator, and heart.
leweylibrary's review against another edition
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4.75
Just like her powerful rant back in 2020, this book is just as powerful and impactful. I think the greatest value of this book is how it clearly shows how omnipresent racism and white supremacy is in EVERY system rather than only focusing on one or a couple and how all those work together to create such a shit show of a Monopoly board for Black people.
My only complaint about the book is super minor in comparison imo was this part where she gives advice about more personal wealth and well-being. I get why it was included, but it still came across as weird and unnecessary to me 🤷♀️ otherwise it's required reading really
My only complaint about the book is super minor in comparison imo was this part where she gives advice about more personal wealth and well-being. I get why it was included, but it still came across as weird and unnecessary to me 🤷♀️ otherwise it's required reading really
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Police brutality
Moderate: Slavery and Medical trauma
bethanyonburchwood's review
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3.0
I found Kimberly Jones’s book to be very informative for anyone seeking to better understand the flow of money through America’s history. I particularly loved her Monopoly analogy. The first half of the book was largely informative, while the second half was more action-driven. Most of her suggested actions I agree with, but there were a few that I can’t fully support (e.g., I’m a big supporter of reforming the police, but I personally don’t think defunding is the right answer) . Nonetheless, Jones offers a lot of practical advice such as the power of voting, buying black, financial planning, and even compensation methods to descendants of oppression to promote equity.