by Nancy Gibson

Summary

"Patrick Reyes shares his story of how the community around him…saved him from gang life, abuse and the economic and racial oppression that threatened to kill him before he ever reached adulthood. Nobody Cries When We Die takes you to the places that make American society flinch, redefines what you are called to do with your life, and gives you strength to save lives and lead in your own community." [Summary from Amazon.com]

Meaningful Quote

"We Latinx are conditioned by the violence of a colonial world that has rendered us a people without a history, without an identity, without significance."

Key Takeaway

This book helped me to better understand the lived experience of many people in our society. I realize that I need to do better at listening to people's stories and experiences, rather than just trying to help (or judge) based on my own perceptions.