Episode 46: The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates - A Deep Dive Book Review

Today we review Ta-Nehisi Coates's book, "The Message." Coates book explores the legacy of race and racism through his personal experiences traveling to Senegal, South Carolina, and Palestine. He reflects on the historical and cultural implications of slavery, colonization, and the ongoing struggles for equality in America and abroad. The book also focuses on the writer's experiences growing up as a Black boy in America and attending Howard University. He discusses the importance of education, the need for "safe spaces" in confronting racialized ideas, and the impact of colonialism and white supremacy on both Black Americans and Palestinians. Both sources center on the need for a clearer understanding of the past to better understand the present, and ultimately, to shape a more just future.

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