August 2025 · Book of the Month

Red, White, and Black

by Robert L. Woodson Sr.

AMAC Book Club’s August selection, Red, White, and Black, shares essays that celebrate American resilience and offer a powerful counter-narrative on U.S. history.

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About Red, White, and Black

The Association of Mature American Citizens August 1, 2025 · 2 min read

BOHEMIA, NY — — The AMAC Book Club is pleased to announce Red, White, and Black: Rescuing American History from Revisionists and Race Hustlers, by civil rights leader Robert L. Woodson Sr., as its August Book of the Month selection.

This collection of essays, written by a diverse group of scholars, educators, and commentators, seeks to offer an alternative perspective on the American experience. With a focus on highlighting stories of resilience, perseverance, and empowerment, Red, White, and Black presents a counter-narrative to widely accepted critiques of the nation’s founding and development.

“Our book club is dedicated to presenting works that spark thoughtful discussion and deepen our understanding of America’s past and present,” said Rebecca Weber, AMAC’s CEO. “This month’s selection provides a forum for voices that celebrate the strength of individuals and communities who have overcome adversity and contributed to the fabric of our nation.”

The essays in Red, White, and Black explore historical interpretation, cultural dialogue, and public policy through the lens of lived experience and scholarly analysis. The book aims to equip readers with a broader context for examining issues of race, identity, and the legacy of American ideals.

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About Robert L. Woodson Sr.

Robert L. Woodson Sr. is a civil rights activist, author, and founder of the Woodson Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering local leaders in low-income communities. Often called the "godfather of neighborhood empowerment," Woodson has spent decades championing grassroots solutions to poverty, crime, and inequality. A former civil rights worker in the 1960s, he later became a prominent voice for community-based change and self-determination. He is also the founder of the 1776 Unites campaign, which highlights uplifting narratives of Black achievement and resilience in American history.

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