Why Are So Many Black Men in Prison

“Good Book!” –Michael Baisden, The Michael Baisden Show

“About time somebody wrote a book like this!” –Dick Gregory, Legendary comedian, activist, and author

“Poignant” –The Houston Press

“In his new book, Boothe eloquently addresses why so many black men are being incarcerated in prisons across America. He explains that U.S. politicians and the American government allow the prison industrial complex to use prisoners as cheap labor. The companies within this complex system also benefit because the federal government pays them for a variety of services. These companies therefore profit from the mass incarceration of black men. Speaking from personal experience he describes some unfortunate circumstances. He says black men are often targeted and perceived as criminals because of stereotypes on TV, and in the movies and newspapers. This hurts self-perceptions and what society thinks about black men. Boothe also talks about his own experience as a drug dealer and life behind bars. He reveals how poverty, an inferior education and limited job opportunities lead to a life of crime. Boothe admits he made bad choices along the way. But, during his 12 year jail sentence he raised his mind and changed his thinking by reading and studying a variety of books. It is this transformed thinking that freed Boothe from his emotional and spiritual jail cell.” — – —-Tri-State Defender

“I recommend that all African-Americans read this book…I learned so much that I had to mark up my own personal copy with highlights of passages that I found profound.” –Dr. Ed Yancey, Chaplain for the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Professor of African and African-American Studies, University of Memphis, Strayer University

“I found this book to be thoughtful and enlightening, also a wonderful collection of factual information about the American criminal justice and prison systems. As a prison clergyman, I find this book to be a significant addition to my library. I can truly say that there is no inmate who would not benefit by reading Mr. Boothe’s books and applying the principles.” –Imam Addul-Rahman Sabir, Director, AIMC (Assisting Incarcerated Muslims Corp.)

“In his new book, Boothe eloquently addresses why so many black men are being incarcerated in prisons across America. He explains that U.S. politicians and the American government allow the prison industrial complex to use prisoners as cheap labor. The companies within this complex system also benefit because the federal government pays them for a variety of services. These companies therefore profit from the mass incarceration of black men. Speaking from personal experience he describes some unfortunate circumstances. He says black men are often targeted and perceived as criminals because of stereotypes on TV, and in the movies and newspapers. This hurts self-perceptions and what society thinks about black men. Boothe also talks about his own experience as a drug dealer and life behind bars. He reveals how poverty, an inferior education and limited job opportunities lead to a life of crime. Boothe admits he made bad choices along the way. But, during his 12 year jail sentence he raised his mind and changed his thinking by reading and studying a variety of books. It is this transformed thinking that freed Boothe from his emotional and spiritual jail cell.” –Tri-State Defender

“Poignant” –The Houston Press

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars A vital and necessary work
At a time when selective affluence, alleged equality, and proclamations of color-blindness abound, brother Demico Boothe exposes the harsh realities of life for millions of black men in America. His insights and conclusions are not drawn from the shelter of a university library or coffee shop. His life on the streets and prison is combined with a profound analysis of how white supremacy, free enterprise and violence have impacted black males in America. Boothe’s perspectives may make some folks uncomfortable. But discomfort and agitation is what we need if we are to change and system that consigns black men to prison, drugs, and early death at rates much higher than college or employment. His work demands that we step forward and resolve the burning question of his book, Why ARE so many black men in prison?

5 Stars Very Good Read…..Teaching From it Now……..
This book is one that I am glad I picked up and read. I saw the cover and was intrigued by it, but even the cover doesn’t do the information inside of the book justice. I am a college professor and I read the book a few months back; I am teaching from it now. Much respect to Mr. Boothe for penning such a necessary and informative piece of work, and I look forward to more fresh and insightful writings from him in the future.

5 Stars why are so many black men is prison
really great and informative book. I really enjoyed reading it and mr demico boothe is a very well informed and gifted brother whom I wish all the best to.I would hope that mr boothe would view these comments.

5 Stars TRULY A MUST READ…………………
This book should be required reading for all Americans, but especially African-Americans. Lots of knowledge and info about the subject that you won’t get in the media. EVERY black person, male or female, who is in prison should read this, every drug dealer, every single mother, every gangbanger, every black congressperson and lawmaker, every black businessman, and every so-called scholar that wants to speak on the subject of criminality and imprisonment and lawmaking. This is the truth coming straight from the horse’s mouth.

1 Star from a white guy
Its okay black men. If you need someone to blame, blame it on my great grandfather. But you’ll get no sympathy from me. Be a real man and be responsible for your own actions!

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