“Thomas’s interviews demand careful reading by all who want to expose racism, hold police accountable, and create an American society that practices social justice.”
—Library Journal, a Best Book of the Year in Political Science/Civil Rights

“The book is filled with thought-provoking interviews and commentary on police brutality, white supremacy, and the lack of racial equality in the United States. Thomas interviewed victims of police brutality and their family members to convey what they actually went through and allow them to share what they experienced directly.”
––Bullets Forever (SB Nation Washington Wizards vertical)

“Activist and former NBA player Thomas follows up his 2018 interview collection, We Matter, with Q&As informed by the turmoil of 2020 and 2021, with a similar assortment of interviewees: athletes (Isiah Thomas, Steph Curry, Breanna Stewart), media figures (Yamiche Alcindor, Jake Tapper) and family members of Black men killed or brutalized by police (Willie McCoy’s brother, Rodney King’s daughter) . . . A relevant, occasionally eye-opening collection of Q&As on race and privilege.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Thomas speaks with athletes, activists, religious leaders, and family members of victims of police brutality about systemic racism, exploring such topics as Rodney King, the Central Park Five, and the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. The strength of this book lies in its range.”
—Booklist

“Courage shines through in another worthy book: Etan Thomas’ Police Brutality and White Supremacy: The Fight Against American Traditions . . . The text is chock-full of important lessons and makes a perfect follow-up to the author’s previous book, We Matter: Athletes and Activism.”
—Kirkus Reviews blog

“My family and I are extremely grateful for the support and love from my brother in the movement, Etan Thomas.”
—Emerald Garner, daughter of Eric Garner

“I’m extremely grateful to Etan for continuing to shine a light on how police violence has harmed families across the nation. Our stories matter.”
—Dr. Tiffany Crutcher, twin sister of Terence Crutcher

“I admire Etan’s passion, tenacity, and commitment to fighting for our people.”
—Ben Crump, Trial Lawyer for Justice

Praise for We Matter: Athletes and Activism:

“Thomas interviews athletes, coaches, and sports personalities as he covers topics related to activism from the sporting realm and how it is perceived in America. A necessary read.”
—Library Journal, A Best Book of 2018

“In We Matter, Thomas strives to show the influence professional athletes can have when they join the conversation on race, politics and civil rights. Thomas conducted 50 interviews, which included Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Russell, Laila Ali, Michael Bennett and Eric Reid, among many other athletes, as well as journalists, television personalities and family members of unarmed black men who were shot and killed. Thomas also explored his ties with the Wizards and spoke with John Wall, Bradley Beal and current majority team owner Ted Leonsis.”
—Washington Post

“Former NBA player Etan Thomas releases the timely and necessary We Matter: Athletes and Activism, in order to add useful, relevant words to the conversation on athletes and their activism.”
—The Root