How has Villarosa's regard for racism in healthcare evolved over time?

At the start of the text, Villarosa explains that she previously held different beliefs about why Black Americans seemed to be sicker than other members of the American populace. She wanted to believe that these trends largely had to do with class. However, a series of investigative projects and personal experiences gradually altered her thinking. She came to understand that it is not race, but racism that has continually led to the poor health and health care of Black citizens. She traces the evolution of her thinking within each chapter of the text.

What role does Villarosa's personal and vocational experience play in her overarching arguments?

In Chapter 1, Villarosa informs the reader of her vocational credentials. For years, she has worked as a writer and journalist. This work has primarily focused on the Black American experience...