Shaun King himself is a bit of a problem, but this book is an inspiration for anyone looking to improve the world. Highly recommended.

This was a strong call to action, this book shows historically why this movement is so important and why we need to fight for more change. The writing was a bit broken apart at times.

Shaun King has become a very polarizing public figure, with many people (especially in the Black community) believing that he's a liar. Although this book does offer some good points, it's hard to look past what Mr. King himself has done.

Shawn King is a voice that many listen to in the Social Justice Movement. Just take a look at his social media and see the impact he has on the movement and the many people who feel comforted by his activism. When I saw this book, I was interested in learning more about this voice of a movement and the situations he encountered that made him the person who champions for people who feel marginalized and unheard. I was not surprised to learn about the treatment he endured while beginning to find his way. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to learn more about Shawne and what motivates him to keep moving forward.

So many of us are bothered by the current events taking place in the US, but don't know how to get involved to make a difference. The author of this book lays out a clear plan of action for the reader to follow to join the fight for justice. The author's clear guidance and vivid descriptions of injustice will make you want to get involved. This book is extremely well written.

King reflects on his experiences fighting for justice reform in America and what led him down this path, ultimately to inspire a new generation of activists to do their part to make real change.

Honestly, I didn’t expect to like this book. The reviews had me skeptical and I have read so many great books on this topic, I figured one had to let me down eventually. Well, this wasn’t the one. King combines personal stories with history to bring readers to specific action items that will positively impact their journey. Admittedly I did not find it all relevant to me personally, as it is geared toward those just starting out, but unlearning and relearning is hard freaking work so I was grateful nonetheless.

I highlighted so many passages that I could identify with. King wrote about the first time he actually understood rioting; I know that feeling. He commented on a quote from Anne Frank which if you didn’t know who said it, one would think it was written yesterday. I’ve said that so many times it hurts; our reality (in 2020) shouldn’t be so reflective of the events leading up to the Holocaust. And what so many of us are raging about right now – the instagramification of American history. “But when American history is told in a way that goes from beautiful highlight to beautiful highlight, we are left with a narrative that falls somewhere between propaganda and a lie.” EXACTLY THIS.

This is another book that I will be purchasing a physical copy in addition. Despite highlighting my ebook, I learned SO much that I want to physically be able to mark one up and make notes.

I picked this up because my my political views differ from those of the author. While there are sections of text where the author does cite as gospel the expected standard rhetoric of his political beliefs, the author's personal story is moving as is also his call to action that readers should heed about making a difference in the reader's own world.

Readers newly interested in social justice will find a friend in author Shaun King, who leads the reader through a memoir of his life and the pivotal moments that led him to a career in organizing. It is also a brief primer on some significant instances of racial injustice in America.

Readers familiar with Mr. King and his work will likely skim through most of the book, which doesn't really introduce any material you wouldn't have already encountered in his writing or elsewhere.

Overall, a good book, but perhaps not really geared for the audience who is likely to buy it.

Inspirational and thought-provoking guide to actually creating the change you want- in yourself, and particularly in the world. Find the cause that is so important to you that you think about it all the time, and want to help make it become great, and then go find the people who are already working for that cause, Shaun King says. He goes on to cite examples from his own life of political organizing (most recently he stumped for Bernie Sanders at Sanders' marathon campaign rallies all over the country prior to the 2020 Democratic Presidential Primary).

He speaks about the years growing up and the violence from others that shaped his spirit. He speaks about his time in college where he was first about to explore his passion for politics and helping people. He introduces us to his family and offers tips on avoiding burnout.

An incredible book which will be helpful to many activists.