Race and the Invisible Hand: How White Networks Exclude Black Men from Blue-Collar Jobs
Deirdre Royster's 'Race and the Invisible Hand' explores how white social networks exclude Black men from blue-collar jobs. Drawing on empirical evidence, it reveals the subtle ways racial bias operates through informal hiring channels, perpetuating economic disadvantage and highlighting the need for systemic change in labor markets.
About This Book
In 'Race and the Invisible Hand,' Deirdre Royster investigates the role of social networks in shaping employment opportunities for Black and white men entering the blue-collar workforce.
The analysis highlights how informal networks, often invisible to outsiders, influence hiring practices and job access in ways that systematically exclude Black men.
Through detailed research, Royster uncovers the mechanisms by which these networks operate to maintain racial disparities in the labor market.
The book provides insights into the broader implications for economic inequality and policy interventions needed to address these inequities.
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