Blacker Than Me: A Story of Resilience, Truth, and Change"
A journey of resilience, uncovering truths, and embracing transformation.
A journey of resilience, uncovering truths, and embracing transformation.
Blacker Than Me offers a profound and eye-opening exploration of the challenges faced by many Black Americans in modern society. The book chronicles the life of Jamara Washington, who candidly shares his journey, beginning his involvement in crime at just five years old. Through a series of incarcerations, Jamara not only learned what it takes to rebuild his life and become a thriving, lawful entrepreneur but also uncovered shocking truths about corruption in Corporate America, the government, the judicial system, and even societal conditioning. His insights reveal critical lessons about navigating success as a Black man, a Black American, and, ultimately, an American in today’s world.
Blacker Than Me offers readers a raw, unfiltered look into the journey of overcoming adversity, rebuilding a life, and exposing systemic challenges in modern society. Jamara Washington's story is both inspiring and eye-opening, shedding light on corruption in Corporate America, the government, and societal conditioning. This book is a must-read for those seeking to understand the realities of navigating success as a Black American and uncovering powerful lessons about resilience, growth, and the pursuit of justice.
The author, born and raised in New Bern, North Carolina, was brought up by a single mother. Throughout his life, he has faced challenges, including navigating the prison system, where he remains incarcerated today. Jamara is a proud parent to one daughter and a grandparent to one grandchild.
The author, born and raised in New Bern, North Carolina, was brought up by a single mother. Throughout his life, he has faced challenges, including navigating the prison system, where he remains incarcerated today. Jamara is a proud parent to one daughter and a grandparent to one grandchild.