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Noel Ignatiev

Race Traitor

"Race Traitor," written by Noel Ignatiev and published in 1996, is a provocative and challenging examination of race and racism in America. Ignatiev, a historian and activist, argues that the concept of "whiteness" is a social construct that has been used to divide and oppress people for centuries. He contends that the only way to truly overcome racism is to abolish the concept of race altogether. The book is divided into two parts. The first part, "The Making and Unmaking of the American Working Class," provides a historical analysis of the creation of the concept of whiteness and its role in the formation of the American working class. Ignatiev argues that the ruling class has used the concept of whiteness to divide and conquer the working class, pitting white workers against workers of color in order to maintain their own power and privilege. The second part of the book, "The Struggle to Abolish the White Race," is a call to action. Ignatiev argues that the only way to overcome racism is to actively work to abolish the concept of race. He calls on white people to reject their privilege and work in solidarity with people of color to build a more just and equitable society. Throughout the book, Ignatiev draws on a wide range of historical and contemporary examples to support his arguments. He also includes personal anecdotes and reflections from his own experiences as an activist and organizer. "Race Traitor" is a challenging and thought-provoking book that will make readers question their assumptions about race and racism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the historical and contemporary role of race in American society, and for anyone committed to building a more just and equitable world. In summary, "Race Traitor" by Noel Ignatiev is a historical and contemporary examination of race and racism in America, arguing that the concept of whiteness is a social construct that has been used to divide and oppress people for centuries. The book calls for the abolition of the concept of race and for white people to reject their privilege and work in solidarity with people of color to build a more just and equitable society...