John Arthur philosophically addresses the problems of racism and the legacy of past racial discrimination in the United States. Offering a thorough analysis of

Most of these essays were originally presented at a conference in Madison, Wisconsin, November 1989. Two contributions giving historical perspective lead off: a

Philosophically addresses the problems of racism and the legacy of past racial discrimination in the United States.

This collection of original essays and commentary considers not merely how history has shaped the continuing struggle for racial equality, but also how backlash

Civil War officer, Reconstruction "carpetbagger," best-selling novelist, and relentless champion of equal rights, Albion Tourgee battled his entire life for rac