New Books in Psychology

Jennifer Chudy, "Some White Folks: The Interracial Politics of Sympathy, Suffering, and Solidarity" (U Chicago Press, 2024)

Oct 18, 2024
Jennifer Chudy, a political science professor at Wellesley College, dives into her new book exploring white racial sympathy toward Black suffering. She discusses how this emotional response shapes opinions on crucial issues like social welfare and criminal justice. Chudy illuminates the complexities of racial sympathy, questioning its impact on political action and broader liberal ideologies. Her insights reveal the limitations of sympathy in driving tangible change and highlight the intricate relationship between race and political engagement.
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