Eyes Off the Prize

The book explores the pivotal shift in the African-American struggle for equality during the late World War II era, highlighting the NAACP's focus on human rights rather than just civil rights. It examines how the language of human rights, influenced by the Holocaust and the United Nations, was essential for addressing broader social issues faced by the black community. However, the onset of the Cold War and anti-communist sentiments forced the NAACP to narrow its agenda, ultimately impacting the Civil Rights Movement's effectiveness in achieving true equality.