The Class Warfare In Black Atlanta Primer

About this episode

Dr. August Wood discusses his book on class warfare and gentrification in Atlanta, contrasting its reputation as the 'Black Mecca' with the realities faced by Black residents.

Dr. August Wood discusses his book "Class Warfare In Black Atlanta", gentrification, and the contrast between Atlanta's title as the "Black Mecca" and the reality for Black residents.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. August Wood

Topics covered

• gentrification
• Black Mecca
• Black residents
• class warfare
• urban development

Keywords

• gentrification
• Atlanta
• Black Mecca
• class warfare
• urban development

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Class Warfare In Black Atlanta

Places: Atlanta

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