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Book SynopsisThis thought-provoking book offers moral and legal perspectives on the 2 legacies of the Civil War - the adoption of the Confederate battle flag by Southern states and the question of African American reparations.
Trade ReviewA useful and provocative stimulus to continued discussion concerning the serious and unresolved issue of racism in our society. -- Manuel Davenport, Texas A&M University * Southwest Philosophy Review *
Schelder writes in a straightforward, analytical style, and he is well informed about the history relevant to the issues he addresses. -- Torin Alter, Department of Philosophy, The University of Alabama * Social Theory and Practice, Vol.26, No.1 (Spring 2000) *
Table of ContentsPart 1 The Confederate Battle Flag: Racist or Multicultural Symbol? Chapter 2 Overview Chapter 3 Moral Limits on Flag Designs Chapter 4 Incorporation of the Battle Flag as Racist Chapter 5 First and Fourteenth Amendment Issues Chapter 6 A Racially Neutral Purpose for the Battle Flag Chapter 7 Recommendations Part 8 Black Reparations Chapter 9 Reparations for Slavery Chapter 10 Compensation for de Jure Segregation Part 11 Conclusion Chapter 12 Common Threads
