Despite the book being decades old now, the first several chapters need not be discredited because of historical data. The overarching topic that economic hardships for Blacks is neither new nor solely "racism" stands the test of time.

A few chapters in the middle of the book have been reprised in a more recent book, but establish a history of keeping minorities out of some trades.

The final chapter (not the conclusion) recaps pivotal Supreme Court cases which shaped the way we treat perceived "discrimination" with quotations of opinions for and against the majority. ( )