Organized White Women and the Challenge of Racial Integration, 1945-1965

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The book examines the complex legacy of racial exclusivity within American women's associations, highlighting how their troubled history contributed to ongoing segregation. It critiques the failure of these organizations to address integration issues, arguing that their reliance on white privilege was not merely accidental but essential to their authority and influence. By acknowledging the potential for progressive activism, the work sheds light on the contradictions within these associations and their impact on public activism for women.