Deesha Dyer and Henry Louis Gates, Jr. both offer the world new works that are valuable additions to the Black literary canon.
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In the corridors of power, amid the grandeur of the White House, one might expect to find individuals groomed from birth for positions of influence and authority. Yet, in “Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble,” Deesha Dyer defies convention with her remarkable journey from community college student to senior official in the Obama administration.
Through her witty prose, Dyer pulls back the curtain on the pomp and glamor of Washington, revealing the insecurities and self-doubt that plagued her throughout her journey. Despite the accolades and achievements, she grapples with imposter syndrome — that nagging voice in her head telling her she doesn’t belong. Her perspective offers valuable insights into the inner workings of the White House and the broader implications of governance.
Through essays, speeches, novels, plays, and poems, Gates demonstrates how writers have both resisted and transcended this confinement, pushing back against the limitations imposed upon them and asserting their right to define themselves on their own terms. Gates challenges readers to confront the legacy of racism and to actively participate in the ongoing struggle for justice and equality.
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