"Race" (by Toni Morrison)

"Race" by Toni Morrison examines how racial identities are socially constructed rather than biologically determined. Morrison challenges the idea that race is a fixed, natural category, emphasizing instead its arbitrary origins rooted in history, power, and societal influence. She highlights how race shapes individual identities, experiences, and societal structures, often leading to inequality and discrimination. Morrison’s exploration underscores that race is a fluid, cultural concept that has been used to categorize and differentiate people, affecting their lives and opportunities based on perceived racial characteristics.