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Preserving Privilege: California Politics, Propositions, and People of Color

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This book is an essential book for anyone studying California. This book documents the key propositions that have been used for purposes of social control in California, as well as the proponents and opponents of each of the propositions. This book is essential for understanding how California's political economy affects other systems, such as the education system, the criminal justice system, etc.

I believe this book should be used in a didactic sense with students in the social service field. It is thought provoking and written in a format that can be used during course teachings et.al. I know that a lot of research and skills were utilized via the writers. It begins with the California Crucible and opens like a flower to reveal deeper insight in what appears to be happening "not so silently" in our political environment. Much appreciation to the writers for their approach in addressing this sensitive and powerful subject of cultural suppression and attempts at keeping the circles of power contained.

Once I started reading, I could not put this jewel down. Bankhead and Gibbs treat many sensitive areas faced by our changing society with dignity without losing the candid nature areas deserve. Obviously these two women are gifted writers. I want to know more about what they have written and how they have addressed other socio-political stages. Tough subjects are wonderfully presented. I would recommend this book due its insight and flow. Hats off to the researchers/writers-Bankhead and Gibbs!!!