Former Ferguson insider blows the whistle on racism in new book
buzzz worthy. . . Ferguson, MO - Despite angry protests and national outcry after the police killing of unarmed Michael Brown, Jr., a year ago Aug. 9, the police shootings of Black citizens and ensuing uprisings continue to occur across the country . Diversity expert and author, Devin S. James, warns the tragedies and conflict will continue until government leaders make a real commitment to cultural sensitivity training, diversity recruiting, and accountability. In his new memoir, Inside Ferguson: A Voice for the Voiceless , James offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges he experienced while working with Ferguson city officials and leaders resistant to change. When protests turned violent after Michael Brown was killed, St. Louis County leaders called upon James to help bridge the gap between Ferguson's all-white leadership and its outraged Black community. They thought his background made him the perfect for the task. James has firsthand experience ...