by Tom Brokaw
First published 2015
Tom Brokaw confronts the crisis of police violence against Black Americans in this urgent examination of a nation divided. He documents how riots have erupted across America as communities demand justice under the rallying cry "Black Lives Matter." Brokaw argues that while good officers outnumber bad ones, even a single death represents an unbearable tragedy for Black families. He traces a disturbing pattern: white officers shoot unarmed Black men, then escape consequences through lies and cover-ups. The veteran journalist calls for comprehensive dialogue to bridge racial divides, insisting that peaceful understanding between white and Black Americans offers the only path forward. Brokaw presents this epidemic of violence as a test of American values, challenging readers to choose between the flames of division and the promise of true brotherhood.
Genres: african-american, politics, non-fiction, current-affairs, activism, american-history
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking, urgent
Tropes: call-to-action, social-commentary
124 pages · Paperback · Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Content warnings: racism, violence