The Color of Law

This book is depressing and infuriating, but an important summary of the many ways that government actions at the federal, state, and local level supported or enforced housing segregation throughout the country. This book helped me understand my own neighborhood / city better, and the ways that systematically barring African Americans from the benefits of post-World War II housing and social programs has created injustices that perpetuate to this day.

Well researched, often repetitive, complete look at how the U.S. government has taken part in a system of racism and discrimination that continues to impact black communities today. I really enjoyed this one and think it is a must read. I want to read it again and look more deeply at its claims and potential solutions.