ISBN:
0520963318
,
9780520963313
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (xix, 226 pages)
Series Statement:
Gender and justice 6
Parallel Title:
Erscheint auch als Jones, Nikki, 1975- Chosen ones
DDC:
305.38/896073079492
Keywords:
Police-community relations History 21st century
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African American men Conduct of life
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African American men Case studies Social conditions 21st century
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SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Ethnic Studies ; African American Studies
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SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Discrimination & Race Relations
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SOCIAL SCIENCE ; Minority Studies
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African American men ; Conduct of life
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African American men ; Social conditions
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Police-community relations
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Case studies
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History
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California ; Fillmore
Abstract:
"In The Chosen Ones, sociologist and feminist scholar Nikki Jones shares the compelling story of a group of Black men living in San Francisco's historically Black neighborhood, the Fillmore. Against all odds, these men work to atone for past crimes by reaching out to other Black men, young and old, with the hope of guiding them toward a better life. Yet despite their genuine efforts, they struggle to find a new place in their old neighborhood. With a poignant yet hopeful voice, Jones illustrates how neighborhood politics, everyday interactions with the police, and conservative Black gender ideologies shape the men's ability to make good and forgive themselves--and how the double-edged sword of community shapes the work of redemption"--Provided by publisher
Abstract:
Eric's awakening -- The crime-fighting community -- Targets -- Buffers and bridges -- "A rose out of this cement" : Jay's story.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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