Racial Innocence: Unmasking Latino Anti-Black Bias and the Struggle for Equality By Tanya Kateri Hernandez

"Racial Innocence" by Tanya Katerí Hernández is a groundbreaking examination of anti-Black bias within the Latino community, dismantling the misconception that Latinos are exempt from racism due to their multicultural background. In this comprehensive work, Hernández challenges the notion of "Latino racial innocence" that often obscures the community's complicity in perpetuating racism.

Drawing on interviews, discrimination case files, and civil rights law, Hernández explores various facets of anti-Black bias within the Latino community. She sheds light on instances of discrimination in the workplace, housing market, schools, recreation spaces, the criminal justice system, and even within Latino families. By focusing on racism perpetrated by communities beyond White non-Latino groups, the book exposes the often-overlooked Afro-Latino and African American victims of anti-Blackness within the Latino community.

The exploration of these complex dynamics aims to contribute to the dismantling of systemic racism. Hernández emphasizes that understanding and addressing racism within diverse communities is crucial for fostering a more equitable society. By unraveling the intricacies of discrimination and exploring its root causes, "Racial Innocence" offers a nuanced perspective that encourages readers to engage in conversations and actions that promote inclusivity, justice, and true racial equality.

This book challenges preconceived notions and provides a valuable contribution to the ongoing dialogue on racism, urging readers to confront and actively work against bias within their own communities. 📖💖