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1	Radical Equations: Bring the Lessons of the Civil Rights Movement to America's Schools more books like this by Robert P Moses, Charles E Cobb, Jr. add to wishlist Through personal narrative and impassioned argument, activist Bob Moses shows the lessons of the civil rights movement at work in a remarkable educational movement today, a math literacy program called the Algebra Project. see all copies from $2.16! new only from $9.76! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Beyond the Fields: Cesar Chavez, the Ufw, and the Struggle for Justice in the 21st Century more books like this by Randy Shaw add to wishlist Cesar Chavez is the most prominent Latino in United States history books, and much has been written about Chavez and the United Farm Worker's heyday in the 1960s and '70s. But left untold has been their ongoing impact on 21st century social justice movements. "Beyond the Fields" unearths this legacy, and describes how Chavez and the UFW's imprint ... see all copies from $5.00! new only from $18.72! \| SVS
3	Mixed Messages: Multiracial Identities in the "Color-Blind" Era more books like this by David L Brunsma (Editor) add to wishlist The experiences and voices of multiracial individuals are challenging current categories of race, profoundly altering the meaning of racial identity and in the process changing the cultural fabric of the nation. Exploring this new reality, the authors of "Mixed Messages" examine what we know about multiracial identities - and the implications of ... see all copies from $42.65! new only from $42.65!
4	The Autonomy Myth: A Theory of Dependency more books like this by Martha A Fineman add to wishlist A brilliant exposé of the contradiction between the American myth of self-reliance and the reality of an interdependent society. In a truly paradigm-shifting book, Martha Albertson Fineman, the influential and always-provocative legal theorist, makes the fascinating case that the sexually affiliated couple is not the appropriate building ... see all copies from $2.48! new only from $6.28! \| signed copies \| first editions
5	Criminal Justice Ethics more books like this by Jeffrey Reiman, Paul Leighton add to wishlist For a variety of courses on applied ethics in departments of Philosophy, Sociology, or Criminal Justice. A collection of essays which examine how personal and moral beliefs influence the relationship between criminal justice and social justice. The book is not a proscriptive manifesto of what criminal justice ethics should be, but an invitation ... see all copies from $30.70! new only from $33.49! \| SVS
6	Murdered by Capitalism: A Memoir of 150 Years of Life and Death on the American Left more books like this by John Ross add to wishlist After spilling bourbon on Schnaubelt's grave, its pugnacious and very dead occupant becomes Ross's mentor, sidekick, and boozing companion through this epic telling of the hallucinatory, carnal, and ornery histories of the American Left and John Ross's own remarkable life. Schnaubelt navigates us through his seemingly boundless revolutionary ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.50! \| SVS
7	Prevention Is Primary: Strategies for Community Well Being more books like this by Larry Cohen (Editor), Vivian Chavez (Editor), Sana Chehimi (Editor) add to wishlist At a time of unprecedented challenges and opportunities for public health, "Prevention is Primary" provides models, methods, and approaches for building health and equity in communities. Written in accessible and understandable language, this comprehensive book includes the theory, concepts, and models needed to harness social justice and practice ... see all copies from $49.50! new only from $49.50! \| SVS
8	Time on Two Crosses: The Collected Writings of Bayard Rustin more books like this by Bayard Rustin, Devon W Carbado (Editor), Donald Weise (Editor) add to wishlist This collection of nearly 50 writings by the civil rights activist covers several decades and draws on Rustin's experiences and his central role in the movement. Organized around several key areas, such as "The Making of a Movement" and "Gay Rights," the essays, speeches, and interviews include his views on politics and the Black community, his ... see all copies from $4.00! new only from $10.16! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Joining Hands: Politics and Religion Together for Social Change more books like this by Roger S Gottlieb add to wishlist Goes beyond the church-versus-state debate to argue that religious belief and spiritual practice are integral to the politics of social change; and that political insights and activism are essential to authentic religious life. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.82! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	In Pursuit of Justice more books like this by Ralph Nader add to wishlist "Ralph Nader is our indispensible voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power."-James K. Galbraith, author of "Created Unequal: The Crisis in American Pay" Over the last 40 years, Ralph Nader has established himself as this country's most active visionary. In this insightful new collection of his ... see all copies from $14.94! new only from $34.21!
11 view cover	Pursuing Equal Opportunities: The Theory and Practice of Egalitarian Justice more books like this by Lesley Jacobs, Douglas MacLean (Editor) add to wishlist Pursuing equality is an important challenge for any modern democratic society but this challenge faces two sets of difficulties: the theoretical question of what sort of equality to pursue and for whom; and the practical question concerning which legal and political institutions are the most appropriate vehicles for implementing egalitarian social ... see all copies from $4.93! new only from $18.99! \| first editions
12 view cover	In Pursuit of Justice: Collected Writings 2000-2003 more books like this by Ralph Nader add to wishlist In this insightful new collection of more than 100 articles spanning three decades, the consumer advocate addresses corporate abuse, the latent dangers of nuclear energy, water and air pollution, consumer safety, and more. see all copies from $5.42! new only from $10.53! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Social Solutions to Poverty: Americas Struggle to Build a Just Society more books like this by Scott Myers-Lipton (Editor), Charles Lemert (Foreword by) add to wishlist The voices of famous and lesser known figures in America's quest to reduce poverty are collected for the first time in this comprehensive historical anthology. The book traces the most important ideas and contributions of citizens, activists, labor leaders, scholars, politicians, and governmental agencies to ensure American citizens the basics of ... see all copies from $21.61! new only from $34.50! \| SVS
14 view cover	Social Justice in a Diverse Society more books like this by Tom R Tyler, Yuen J Huo, Robert J Boeckmann add to wishlist For this unique text focused on the social psychology of justice, the authors have assembled the most current information relating to five major questions. These questions look specifically at how justice is defined, how it influences individuals thoughts and actions and shapes their behavior, and when and why it matters. The underlying unifying ... see all copies from $174.75! signed copies
15 view cover	Re-Framing Educational Politics for Social Justice more books like this by Catherine Marshall, Cynthia Gerstl-Pepin add to wishlist This book challenges leaders, educators and researchers to grapple with the realities of education politics and to act as positive advocates for social justice. This text offers strategies for educators to understand and take charge of education politics and includes a range of new approaches to study politics. Each chapter is organized to provide ... see all copies from $18.60! new only from $57.13! \| SVS
16 view cover	The Giroux Reader more books like this by Henry A Giroux, Christopher G Robbins (Editor) add to wishlist Giving an excellent introduction to Giroux, a leading social critic and educational theorist, this title offers original explanations for a range of social problems. This great crossover title - contains both scholarly and popular writings. It provides the tools required for the realisation of a more humane and democratic world. One of the world's ... see all copies from $17.81! new only from $17.99! \| SVS
17 view cover	Classified: How to Stop Hiding Your Privilege and Use It for Social Change more books like this by Karen Pittelman, Resource Generation, Molly Hein (Illustrator) add to wishlist The fight for economic justice can draw stark battle lines, with the fight portrayed simplistically as Us versus Them, with the rich in the role of "Them." So where does that leave young people with wealth who believe in social change? Afraid of being branded the enemy, yet deeply committed to social justice, they're left in a confusing no-man's ... see all copies from $5.42! new only from $6.36! \| SVS
18 view cover	Health Care Politics, Policy and Services: A Social Justice Analysis more books like this by Gunnar Almgren add to wishlist Who has a right to health care? How can the idea of Social Justice inform health care? What are the roles of government and personal responsibility toward providing health care? Can we reform the U.S. health care system? These issues are often debated in health care policy or public health courses, yet without the proper knowledge of the true ... see all copies from $50.00! new only from $62.00!
19 view cover	Class Matters: Cross-Class Alliance Building for Middle-Class Activists more books like this by Betsy Leondar-Wright add to wishlist Movements for social change could be more powerful it they had more class diversity -- a factor that has limited their size and clout in the past. But attempting to cross class barriers has frequently left middle-class activists frustrated, with few resources to turn to for help. Based on interviews with 40 diverse activists and thinkers, this ... see all copies from $5.99! new only from $14.40! \| SVS
20 view cover	Growing Smarter: Achieving Livable Commu more books like this by Robert D Bullard (Editor), Carl Anthony (Foreword by) add to wishlist In this work, experts from academia, government, and nonprofit organizations offer an environmental justice perspective on Smart Growth, discussing equitable solutions to suburban sprawl and urban decay. The smart growth movement aims to combat urban and suburban sprawl by promoting livable communities based on pedestrian scale, diverse ... see all copies from $13.00! new only from $15.64! \| SVS
21 view cover	Cross Cultural Awareness and Social Justice in Counseling more books like this by Cyrus Marcellus Ellis (Editor), Jon Carlson, Psy.D, Ed.D (Editor) add to wishlist Many societal and cultural changes have taken place over the past several decades, almost all of which have had a significant effect on the mental health professions. Clinicians find themselves encountering clients from highly diverse backgrounds more and more often, increasing the need for a knowledge of cross-cultural competencies. Ellis and ... see all copies from $37.46! new only from $37.46! \| SVS
22 view cover	Activist Educators: Breaking Past Limits more books like this by Catherine Marshall add to wishlist Taking an active stand in today's conservative educational climate can be a risky business. Given both the expectations of the profession and the challenge of participation in social justice activism, how do educator activists manage the often competing demands of professional and activist commitments? "Activist Educators" offers a view into the ... see all copies from $31.52! new only from $31.52! \| SVS
23 view cover	Lawyers' Ethics and the Pursuit of Social Justice: A Critical Reader more books like this by Susan D Carle (Editor), Robert W Gordon (Foreword by) add to wishlist Susan D. Carle centers this collection of texts on the premise that legal ethics should be far more than a set of rules on professional responsibility. Lawyers' Ethics and the Pursuit of Social Justice broadens the discussion introduced in law schools' legal ethics courses by first introducing the historical and theoretical background on the topic ... see all copies from $14.62! new only from $30.00! \| SVS
24 view cover	Social Insurance and Social Justice: Social Security, Medicare and the Campaign Against Entitlements more books like this by Dr. Leah Rogne (Editor), Dr. Carroll Estes (Editor), Dr. Brian Grossman (Editor) add to wishlist Social Security is arguably the most successful social program in American history. It, along with Medicare and Workers Compensation, is the foundation of economic and health security for the elderly, people with disabilities, women, minorities and, indeed, all American wage earners and families. By spreading financial risk over a large pool of ... see all copies from $58.47! new only from $68.32! \| first editions
25 view cover	Hitting Home more books like this by Gloria H Albrecht add to wishlist At the very time when most women's lives are defined by a lack of income, time, and energy, and when being stressed-out is for them more common than the common cold, politicians and other professed guardians of public virtue are stridently lamenting the loss of what they define as "family values." Even as women enter the workforce to provide ... see all copies from $11.91! new only from $22.28!

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