Greater Good Summer Reads
Still looking for books to take with you on vacation? Here are some terrific novels and memoirs that explore Greater Good themes.
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Can Biracial People Help All of Us to Be More Open-Minded?
New research finds whites are more open to discussing race-related issues after exposure to a mixed-race individual.
How Schools Can Heal after Hate Speech
Restorative justice practices can help change behavior and improve the school climate after online bullying, research suggests.
Can Companies Train Employees to Be Less Prejudiced?
Today, Starbucks is closing its stores to educate employees about racial bias. Will it work?
Are People Kinder in Racially Diverse Neighborhoods?
According to a new study, people who live in diverse communities tend to identify with all of humanity and help others more.
Do Young Kids in America Have Racist Beliefs?
New research suggests we aren't born bigots. Racial prejudice is something we learn.
Seven Insights to Help You Make Sense of Gun Violence
Research can help us understand why guns are killing more Americans—and what we can do to stop it.
The Biology of the Modern Political Divide
Robert Sapolsky reveals the biological basis for our most unfortunate traits—and insists change is possible.