The sum of us

[In this young readers adaptation], the author believes that all people, of all ages and all backgrounds, need to rethink their attitude toward race and strive together to create opportunities that benefit everyone. This book is a call to action. [The author] examines how damaging racism is, not only to people of color but also to white people. She offers hope and real solutions so we can all prosper. An expert in economic policy, [the author] draws lessons both from her work at a think tank and from her travels around the country talking to everyday Americans fighting for a more just and inclusive society"--Provided by publisher.