Analysis Of The Hate U Give By Thomas

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The Hate You Give
People have different views on racism, they may be with or against it. Racism is discrimination, prejudice directed against someone of a different race. Racism is still a big problem in the United States, as well as among other countries. From slavery to not being able to ride the bus, and not being able to attend school. Our history has made us the people we are today, it may have made us a better, or worse. In the book, The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas gives a brief example of what it’s like to be discriminated, as well as taking action in what you believe in, and trying to survive in the harsh world.
Racism has existed throughout human history, its influenced many wars, slavery, the formations of nations, and legal

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