We Were Eight Years in Power

In We Were Eight Years in Power, Ta-Nehisi Coates presents a compelling collection of essays that reflect on race and the pivotal years of Barack Obama’s presidency, culminating in the election of Donald Trump. This New York Times Bestseller includes both iconic pieces like “The Case for Reparations” and fresh essays that chronicle each year of the Obama administration, showcasing Coates’s personal journey and insights into the socio-political landscape of America. By exploring the resonances of history and the emergence of new movements for justice, Coates offers a vital perspective on the complexities of modern America.