William Julius Wilson

Without racial blinders, all groups are potential allies in a reform coalition. (Jan. 9)

Andra Gillespie

In spite of persistent inequality and racism, blacks are growing less concerned about race. (Jan. 9)

Tommie Shelby

Spokespersons for ‘the race’ are obsolete. (Jan. 10)

Rev. Patrick H. O’Connor

We have power in some communities. We struggle to exercise it effectively. (Jan. 10)

Jennifer L. Hochschild

More than half of blacks think that if they can’t get ahead, it’s their own fault. (Jan. 10)

Lani Guinier and Gerald Torres

If blacks are going to make a difference in the 21st century, it will not be through their own movement. (Jan. 11)

Dorian T. Warren

Incompatible and irreconcilable interests among blacks represent the fundamental challenge to today’s black politics. (Jan. 11)

Robin D. G. Kelley

Neoliberalism is a more powerful foe than just about anything we’ve seen before. (Jan. 11)

Michael C. Dawson replies

Black solidarity must be institutionalized and organized, not simply felt. (Jan. 12)