TO BE FREE: Understanding and Eliminating Racism

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New in March 2010, TO BE FREE: Understanding and Eliminating Racism, by Dr. Thomas Peacock and Marlene Wisuri, is an exceptional exploration in racism (in all its facets) and a realization and acknowledgement of its impact on all of us.

In light of the ongoing challenges of racism in this nation, this is a timely piece of writing for young people as well as their parents.

Formerly the Associate Dean of the College of Education and Human Services at the University of Duluth, Dr. Peacock received both his masters and doctoral degrees from Harvard University. A member of the Fond Du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, Dr. Peacock has written a number of books addressing the heritage and wisdom of American Indians. In this, his seventh, book, he challenges students, parents, and educators alike to acknowledge racism, to talk about it, and to discuss actions to address the issue.

In his Foreword to TO BE FREE, Dr. Eric Jolly, the highly respected president of the Science Museum of Minnesota, sets the tone when he says: “[Dr. Peacock] has created a powerful tool that will help us to better recognize injustice and take the next step towards building justice. I am hopeful that this book—this gift—may help us achieve one of our soul’s deepest desires—-TO BE FREE.”

Published by the award-winning Afton Historical Society Press, TO BE FREE is accompanied by a curriculum guide that meets the state’s K-12 Curriculum Standards. Copies of this landmark book can be ordered at Afton’s website: www.aftonpress.com, where the curriculum guide can be downloaded, free of charge.

Because of generous grants from major corporations, foundations, families, and individuals, 10,000 copies of TO BE FREE are being distributed to educators and students in classrooms, free of charge.
The Grotto Foundation helped to fund the publication of TO BE FREE as well as several earlier books created, published, and distributed by Afton Press.

For additional information, you may call Afton Press (651) 436-8443.