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The 12 Books of Christmas, Part 1 – Reni Eddo-Lodge, Orlando Figes and Elizabeth Williamson

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Reflections on Race and Politics

This chapter examines the unexpected impact of the author's book, 'Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race', in the context of significant political events like Brexit and the Trump election. It discusses the provocative nature of the book's title and its role in sparking conversations around race, as well as the disconnect between public activism and political responses, particularly from the Labour Party. The speaker expresses frustration over the stagnation in addressing structural racism despite heightened public awareness, reflecting on the ongoing struggles for social justice.

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