Racism is a problem deeply rooted in American society. Slavery and segregation may no longer be legal, but their legacies still influence the way Black people and other people of color are treated today. Racism exists in the justice system, politics, and the media. Core Library Guide to Racism in Modern America explains some of the history of racism in the country, how it affects people today, and how some are working toward equal treatment for all people. Features: A wide variety of high-interest topics, Well-researched, clearly written information text, Primary sources with accompanying questions, Multiple prompts and activities for writing, reading, and critical thinking, Charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps