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May 25, 2018 08:15PM
I think this book is so important today because it is highlighting the hate that is around the world in recent times and this needs to end.:)
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The written format has always been a way for a mass amount of people to understand and empathise where they may not have before. It puts them in the character's shoes and makes them see and live through that character's emotions and life. It is super important in this day and age because I believe for the situation to get better we must first have understanding.
Ignorance is being uninformed. This book is relevant to educate the public!
I think this book is very important for this time in this world. It’s something I’d read & share with my family & friends. I think it’s important to see the different stories & real experiences.
racism is real. It's all around us. But we still choose to ignore it and by ignoring this issue we let it grow. This needs to stop. This book is important as it emphasises the problem. it spreads awareness
The hate U give seems to be like a book that’s about how people affect other people by their emotions. I was bullied as a child and as I grew up I instilled in me this quality of always being polite and never belittle someone. I want to read this book because maybe I’ll connect with it on some level. Maybe the people who read this, even the ones who somehow affect other people would consider not doing it.
This books talks about the most horrible race related crime that is happening in the country right now, that fact that people are still making such drastic assumptions based on race which have proven fatal to black people. The recent case being the shooting of stephen clark, who was shot at 20 times just because he was holding a phone. Gun violence has reached a point where it should not be tolerated anymore. The police should have to repent for killing an innocent person and the rules clearly need to changed. Because if this goes on america will revert to history and prove there have been no change in the way black people are viewed in society
It is a way to inform the public what African-Americans are going through. The superior races live in ignorance or turn a blind eye towards the situation - that must come to a stop. In book form, it is easier to read then reflect, thus make a suggestion on what should be done
This book is extremely timely! It speaks to our generation's socially acceptable form of racism. We all must stay active and informed, which this book does very well!
We sometimes feel like racism and violence towards black people doesn't happen any more, because few people are willing to discuss it. This book spreads how important it is to keep fighting for equality
I am really interested in this topic, I do appreciate and also highlight for people the importance of these kind of books, because we are talking about a worldwide problem. I have only a tiny knowledge about this topic, which I want to grow, because I was never given the possibility to have access to a racist book.
This book is important to read because it's about violence and racism towards a group that deserve to be treated equally but has been treated recklessly with arrogant people. This book shows what's happening in America particularly or anywhere in the world that this violence has never been stoped. This book will open our eyes in a different perspective from the author and open our own opinions on this issue as well.
I think this book is super important because sadly we live in times of hatred, racism and bigotry, so raising awareness and educating people is key! And I really do believe that this book goes a long way and does an amazing job in shedding light on the situation. Unfortunately, I haven’t had the opportunity to read it myself yet, but I’ve read many reviews absolutely raving about the book and praising it, which is exactly why I definitely want to read it myself.
The Hate U Give and similar literature exploring such a deep issue in US culture needs to be read and impressed upon by our future generations because we are the people who will one day, soon, be making decisions about our world. We have the power to end this injustice and division of race, and it starts with education and open discussions.
This book not only sounds like a facinating read but it's timely in its representation of the impacts of hyper-polarisation and media saturation in our society. In losing our ability to see nuance we demonise and fracture society and from everything i've heard this book shows that perfectly.
This book is important because violence against African Americans is making some people live in constant fear of being shot or of losing their relatives that way.
This book is really important to read for everyone, but especially young people. Young people change the world. We are the people who will deside for the future. That’s why it’s important to know about the many things that are weong in this world. This book will open a completely new world and open our eyes to the things that are wrong.
It’s relevant and important because in today’s society issues like this shouldn’t exist but sadly they still do. Although society has made huge strides forward in some ways, there is still a lot more to do to ensure that racism and prejudice is something that is only discussed as part of our history. I also think it’s important that these stories are told because there are a lot of people out there who don’t really understand the full extent of the problem, and if you don’t understand the problem how can you fix it.
It is an issue that has been going on for decades, I believe, but I'm not sure. And I think for people outside the US like myself, works of literature such as this can really help us understand the issue and see it from the point-of-view of an insider.
I think it’s important now more than ever to get an insight in the police brutality that African American people experience on a day to day basis in order to expand our openness and understanding. It’s important for white people to know what POC go through because that’s the only way we can stand behind them and fully support them.
Unfortunately, this book is just as important now, in 2018, as it would have been in, say, the early 1960s. Racism and brutality is still rife, the more people read and learn about this, the more likely it is to eventually go away!!
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I think this book is incredibly important and relevant in this context of black lives matter and the Trump presidency, police brutality towards black and brown bodies not being specific to America but also widespread in Europe (alongside a criminalisation and often dehumanisation of migrants). It also seems to be a book written by and from the perspective of someone who is personally concerned by the issue of police brutality
I think it's very important to acknowledge the unfairness of this world and put yourself in other people's shoes in order to be able to make a change for the better. I think this book tries to make everyone realise the reality of some people, a reality that must change and that nobody can ignore.
policy violence and racism is something that still happens today, while it shouldn't. it's something that is shielded from the outside world a lot of the time, with the thought of 'what we don't see doesn't happen'. That's one of the reasons why this is book is so important and why this book is so good. It gives a great perspective for someone who isn't familiar with these situations. And that's why books in general are so important.
I’d like this book because a student who attends a Progressive school in Chicago that is actively trying to increase diversity and social justice told me that every day she attends school she experiences trauma and that her friends have to seek shelter in the office of the one counselor of color. The better I understand the world we live in, the better I’ll be able to support all of my students in making a better future for everyone.
This book is important right now because, by giving a distinct point of view, fights against the ignorance that creates racism. This is an issue that has been going on for too long, and if everyone could put in the place of the other, things could start to change.
This book is an important read because as a future primary educator myself it is important to read on material as such to grow as a decent human being and constantly be aware that others deserve their human right dignity even when society tells us not to give it to them. I strive to never be "color-blind" and to never have biases or place stereotypes on my future students. Every one's color tells their story, their culture, their person... we should not be blind to that. Through some fieldwork observations I observed that students in kindergarten become friends with this person and then that person based on the day and even the weather haha... it is until 5/6th grade where students start becoming friends with those 'similar' to them in a stereotypical society perspective. They are not flat out racist, I mean they are nice to every one else, but when it comes to choosing 'besties' and who they will invite home.. it's different. This book is another light in this world shining on the injustice and prejudice in our society. This light has to be read and shared. We all must be and do better... and sometimes it starts with reading a book.
This topic makes me furious and worried that sometimes I should question the calming situation in Germany. Wherever you live it's important to be aware of the problems that minorities face because we might be all affected
This book will always be an important read.The situation it details has been going on forever. It was more outspoken about years ago, racism was rife but now it’s usually covered up. How is any of this behaviour ok? Would it make a difference how much money is had as well as skin colour?
It makes people think. Encourages empathy. And answers the question, ‘how is this allowed to go on’.
As a white woman, I was unaware of my privilege for many years. However, once I first noticed the rampant racism and racial profiling in the American society, it was impossible to unsee. We live in a society where modern slavery has been replaced with emprisonnent. People of color are not treated as equals in this day and age in America and it is time we address this topic instead of remaining comfortably voiceless and with our heads in the sand. The world needs people who speak out loud to raise awareness to touchy issues if we want things to change. The media is one of the greatest mediums for expression and representation in our world today. Through books and movies, we can draw attention to important topics and, through identification to characters, make readers and viewers more sensitive to the matter at hand. We know the power of books on our minds and beliefs. Studies have shown that reading Harry Potter in your childhood increases empathy, compassion, theory of mind, social awareness and activism.
With the attention THUG has been getting since it was released, I am certain this book is on the right path to being just as effective and meaningful, and can really raise awareness to social profiling and racism.
This book depicts the society African-Americans have to face. Starr has to balance the two worlds she’s a part of. Moreover, I find it interesting to find out how Angie Thomas depicts the law’s confrontation of an African-American woman witness. I find it more likely that they will believe an officer and doubt -if not completely disregard- Starr’s declarations. I believe it’s also a great tribute to the victims of police violence and as an African-American, Angie Thomas can describe the conflict very well. Finally, as a foreigner, it would be interesting to see how American society works today and compare it to my own and my own country’s police violence. It is important to read this book as it is important to read any other book: understand the world and society we live in.
I think that it is important for the themes that the author treats.And the actual politics in a lot of countries are racist, so I want to believe that it is a problem that we can change in a near future.
This book is important, especially at this point in time because it brings the topic of racism into the spotlight instead of sweeping it away into the shadows, which is itself a first step in the right direction.
This book is important right now because it brings the topic of racism to the forefront instead of sweeping it away in the shadows, which itself is a first step in the right direction.
This book is important because we can learn what’s going on outside our little life...
The book describes a taboo topic that has been behind closed curtains for way to long. Police violence against African-Americans is a massive problem and one that needs a lot more attention. Losing his or her life just because the police system is somewhat racial and racist is in no way ok. Amongst others, especially police men and women should respect human lives and the human rights and act as role models for the society!
The book is really important because as a white woman, i could never ever imagine the situation in USA as a WOC and it really made me think and will every one, who reads it
It's extremely important that individuals (particularly in US society) that do not belong to minority groups are exposed to, or at least made aware of, the harsh reality of what many face on a day to day basis. It's important now more than ever because in a political landscape where racist and inflammatory rhetoric is made to feel normal and widely agreed with, narratives that actively disagree with the claims that 'there is no racism in America' need to be promoted to provide a voice of reason. The internet gives a platform to racists and discrimination of all forms, and so there needs to be content available that stands in oppostion to these views loudly and clearly.
Institutionalised racism is still very much a prevelant issue, and one that needs to take center stage in global discussions. Unfortunately until the current leader of the free world, there is much scepticism created around the topic of police brutality, despite the many injustices served and lives lost.
This book is important now because police violence against African-Americans keeps happening with almost no repercussions for the policeman involved in these tragedies. We need to be more educated about this issue in order to raise more awareness (even though the African-American population has been very vocal about it already) and maybe finally make things change.
This book is important in many ways, it shows how the public can be very easily persuaded. The minds of the public are easily swayed by the media, friends and family.As humans we have a tendency to always look for the bad in people, so we bend the facts to our likes.
This book’s theme shows how the power is with the public, how WE can change the world - for better or worse .
It also deals with racism and the current topic of shooting.
I think, because it is about racism and how COPs switched their jobs from protection to destruction by ruining their values with racism and innocent murder.
Because we need to know how the true is important
We’re living in a world where tolerance is missing in our daily routine, people live in autopilot and just care for them selves. The stopping to think about how this thing I’m saying or doing can affect anybody else around me is no longer a thing we do. This book can give us this perspective back, this book can switch the humanity switch back on for some people.
“I’m not one of those people who thinks just because we elected a black president we’re magically post racial.” - Jodi Picoult from her 2016 novel Small Great Things. There’s still a lot of work to be done and novels like this are an important part of that puzzle.
The Hate U Give is an important and current read, not only because of its political relevance, but also as it portrays friendship, grief, loyalty and how much we still believe in the person we knew, once they are gone. Do we define truth by the relationship we built with them or by whatever emerges after they’ve gone?
The issues that Angie Thomas raises are vital issues, the way she wrote the book is integral to understanding the complexity of the issues as well as the powerful and devastating effect of these police shootings on many communities. Finally, my sister, who is 23 and mostly reads fantasy to escape from the sometimes depressing world she lives in, recommended this book to me because she loved it so much. That is a real tribute to the power and impact of The Hate U Give.
It's important today to talk about this topic such as racism because we are in 2018 and we should stop this stupid mentality.
Because hate has no place among young people or people in general. Because we need more books that teach us about tolerance, accepting each other's differences and telling us that racism has no place in this world whatsoever!
Racism will never end unless the people who instigate it stop how they treat others, especially in the privacy of their own homes.
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