America's Urban Crisis and the Advent of Color-Blind Politics
Education, Incarceration, Segregation, and the Future of the U.S. Multiracial Democracy
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Over 40 years ago the historic Kerner Commission Report declared that America was undergoing an urban crisis whose effects were disproportionately felt by underclass populations. In America's Urban Crisis and the Advent of Color-blind Politics, Curtis Ivery and Joshua Bassett explore the persistence of this crisis today, despite public beliefs that America has become a "post-racial" nation after the election of Barack Obama to the presidency.
Ivery and Bassett combine their own experience in the fields of civil rights and education with the knowledge of more than 20 experts in the field of urban studies to provide an accessible overview of the theories of the urban underclass and how they affect America's urban crisis. This engaging look into the still-present racial politics in America's cities adds significantly to the existing scholarship on the urban underclass by discussing the role of the prison-industrial complex in sustaining the urban crisis as well as the importance of the concept of multiracial democracy to the future of American politics and society. America's Urban Crisis and the Advent of Color-blind Politics encourages the reader not only to be aware of persisting racial inequalities, but to actively engage in efforts to respond to them.
Joshua Bassett
Joshua Bassett is an American actor, singer-songwriter, and musician best known for his role in Disney Plus's "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series." Raised in Oceanside, California, as one of six children and homeschooled, Bassett developed his artistic voice through early experiences in musical theater, songwriting, and filmmaking. Despite facing insecurities about his lack of formal education and the challenges of fitting in, he credits his unconventional upbringing for fostering his creativity and resilience. Bassett's career took off when he landed the lead role in the Disney+ series, allowing him to showcase both his acting and musical talents.
Throughout his journey, he has been open about his struggles with imposter syndrome, mental health, addiction, and the pressures of fame, using his platform to advocate for vulnerability, self-acceptance, and mental health awareness. His music and storytelling draw deeply from personal experience, and in recent years, he has spoken about the transformative role of faith and community in his life. Through his work and advocacy, Bassett continues to inspire others to embrace authenticity and connection, emphasizing that true strength lies in accepting one's imperfections.
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