Published Jul 6, 2021

Best of: What ‘Drained-Pool’ Politics Costs America

Heather McGhee unpacks the destructive impact of racial metaphors and zero-sum narratives in American politics, examining their role in healthcare disparities and the racial wealth gap, while offering a hopeful path toward racial healing and solidarity to overcome systemic barriers.

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Social HierarchiesHeather McGhee examines the pervasive influence of racial dynamics in American politics and policies. She reveals how historical racial narratives continue to shape political preferences and economic policies, impacting all Americans.

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