Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. CONTENTS vii
3. Introduction: Exorcising America’s Demons, Building Ethical Democracy 1
4. PART ONE. The strategic infrastructure, ambition, and racial/ethnic diversity of faith- based community organizing
5. ONE. The Scale of Organizing Today: The National Study of Community Organizing Coalitions 23
6. TWO. Leadership and Diversity 49
7. THREE. Racial Diversity in Faith- Based Organizing 67
8. PART TWO. Ethical democracy on the ground— organizing, democracy, and the challenges of diversity
9. Introduction to Part II 93
10. FOUR. Transforming Institutions: The Strategic and Ethical Dynamics of Commitment to Racial Equity 101
11. FIVE. Lifelines to Healing: Betting Resources and Reputation on Racial Equity 125
12. SIX. Challenge to America: An Interview with Rev. Michael McBride, Lifelines to Healing LiveFree Campaign, PICO National Network) 157
13. SEVEN. Strategic Innovation and Democratic Theory 165
14. Conclusion: A Shared Future—Ethical Democracy, Racial Equity, and Power 183
15. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS 197
16. Abbreviations 201
17. Notes 203
18. Bibliography 231
19. Index 239