Introduction to The Color of Law

[Morgan]

Hi everyone! Join us in reading The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America to commemorate Black History Month.

In his book, The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America, Richard Rothstein explores the systemic and government-driven policies that enforced racial segregation in the United States. Rothstein meticulously examines the role of federal, state, and local governments in perpetuating housing discrimination, denying African Americans equal access to housing opportunities, and creating enduring patterns of segregation. The book sheds light on forgotten historical injustices, providing a powerful and well-documented narrative that challenges common misconceptions about the origins of residential segregation in America. Rothstein's work serves as a crucial resource for understanding the deep-rooted impact of discriminatory housing policies and their ongoing implications for racial inequality in the country.

Discussion questions for the book will be posted to our Goodreads group. Read through Chapter 3 by February 23 to participate in our first book discussion!