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Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds is a nonfiction "remix" of Kendi's Stamped From the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America, designed for middle and high school readers. It explores the history and evolution of racist ideas in the U.S., categorizing racism into "segregationist," "assimilationist," and "antiracist" frameworks. It uses key historical figures and periods to illustrate the establishment and resistance against systemic racism. The book connects historical narratives of racism and antiracism to the present, employing humor and accessible language to engage young readers and inspire them toward antiracist action. The book addresses themes of racial violence and oppression.