{"title":"Heather McGhee","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the impactful writings of Heather McGhee, a distinguished author and leader in economic and social policy. Her insightful works delve into the intersections of race, economics, and public policy, inviting readers to explore the deep connections that bind us as a society. One of her notable books, \u003cem\u003eThe Sum of Us\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a powerful analysis of how different communities can thrive when they come together to solve mutual problems. In this category, you'll find books that not only educate but also inspire action towards a more equitable and inclusive future. Perfect for readers in Education \u0026amp; Reference, McGhee’s works are essential for anyone passionate about social justice and community well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-sum-of-us","title":"The Sum of Us","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLONGLISTED FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'With intelligence and care (as well as with a trove of sometimes heartbreaking and sometimes heart-opening true stories) Heather McGhee shows us what racism has cost all of us' - Elizabeth Gilbert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat would make a society drain its public swimming baths and fill them with concrete rather than opening them to everyone? Economics researcher Heather McGhee sets out across America to learn why white voters so often act against their own interests. Why do they block changes that would help them, and even destroy their own advantages, whenever people of colour also stand to benefit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir tragedy is that they believe they can't win unless somebody else loses. But this is a lie. McGhee marshals overwhelming economic evidence, and a profound well of empathy, to reveal the surprising truth: even racists lose out under white supremacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd US racism is everybody's problem. As McGhee shows, it was bigoted lending policies that laid the ground for the 2008 financial crisis. There can be little prospect of tackling global climate change until America's zero-sum delusions are defeated. \u003ci\u003eThe Sum of Us\u003c\/i\u003e offers a priceless insight into the workings of prejudice, and a timely invitation to solidarity among all humans, 'to piece together a new story of who we could be to one another'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45707322687724,"sku":"9781788169660","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781788169660.jpg?v=1725898692"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/heather-mcghee.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}