30 review for Jews and Blacks: A Dialogue on Race, Religion, and Culture in America

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   5 out of 5

   Katy Rosenthal – Jun 18, 2014

   Whether you are black, Jewish, both or neither, I couldn't recommend this book more. It's a rare opportunity that we get to learn about complex topics by slowly ingesting an extensive dialogue between two academic and social experts on the subject, and this book does not disappoint. The main benefit of this medium was that it allowed neither voice to dominate, creating true critical discourse. It also amazed me that even though these conversations are slightly dated (especially evidenced in the Whether you are black, Jewish, both or neither, I couldn't recommend this book more. It's a rare opportunity that we get to learn about complex topics by slowly ingesting an extensive dialogue between two academic and social experts on the subject, and this book does not disappoint. The main benefit of this medium was that it allowed neither voice to dominate, creating true critical discourse. It also amazed me that even though these conversations are slightly dated (especially evidenced in the chapter about Minister Farrakhan), the overarching issues are still fiercely relevant. Every American should read this to learn more about the cultural landscape of their country!

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   4 out of 5

   Thomas – Aug 16, 2007

   One of the most amazing books I've ever read. Lerner and West's conversation is as moving in text as it must have been in person. The conversation is frank and without reservation and worth any reader's time. One of the most amazing books I've ever read. Lerner and West's conversation is as moving in text as it must have been in person. The conversation is frank and without reservation and worth any reader's time.

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   4 out of 5

   Jay – Mar 01, 2018

   A pretty good read -- I enjoyed the format and seeing a good faith discussion of some tricky topics. I didn't necessary agree on all points, but the idea of an ongoing dialogue like this is one that I think a lot of people can benefit from. Worth checking out! A pretty good read -- I enjoyed the format and seeing a good faith discussion of some tricky topics. I didn't necessary agree on all points, but the idea of an ongoing dialogue like this is one that I think a lot of people can benefit from. Worth checking out!

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   4 out of 5

   Ferret – Apr 21, 2009

   I have many arguments I could have with either of the two, but I admire them tremendously for having the conversation, not being afraid to criticize each other, and not just giving in when there's irreconciliable differences. I have many arguments I could have with either of the two, but I admire them tremendously for having the conversation, not being afraid to criticize each other, and not just giving in when there's irreconciliable differences.

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   4 out of 5

   Ryan Mishap – Sep 14, 2008

   Interesting conversations between the two although both suffer from liberalitis (as opposed to liberatory inclinations).

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