"An American Dilemma"

"An American Dilemma," by Gunnar Myrdal, is a groundbreaking study from 1944 examining racial inequality and its impact on American society. It explores how the nation’s ideals of freedom and equality clash with the reality of racial discrimination against African Americans. Myrdal argues that resolving this contradiction is essential for America's moral integrity and democracy. The book emphasizes that addressing racial injustice benefits not only marginalized groups but also strengthens the nation as a whole, highlighting the importance of societal reform and racial equality to achieve true American ideals.