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The Tennessee Tribune: Business (Review)
Posted Nov 14, 2007
Explosive New Book Chronicles Shocking Claims of Discrimination by a Minority Vendor, Demoralizing Defeat in a Compromised Court System, & the Vendor’s Triumphant Comeback

Denver Urban Spectrum Book Review by Kam Williams
Posted Sep 21, 2007


Subtle racism persists - Rocky Mountain News
Posted Feb 17, 2007
Herman Malone, who was the largest black contractor in US West's vendor corps, selling as much as $10 million a year in product toUS West, began to experience the same things that other black contractors across the West and Midwest later reported. His contractto supply plastic conduit to US West construction sites was in trouble.

Associated Press: U.S. West settles with minority businessmen, one holds out
Posted Aug 28, 2000
U S West has negotiated financial settlements with six of seven black businessmen who filed a lawsuit claiming the communications giant discriminated against them. Terms weren't released. Herman Malone was the sole "hold-out".

"A true story of one man's courage in challenging an international corporate giant on race discrimination in a U.S. courthouse that is absolutely remarkable.  A case study that all of America must read."
Parren J. Mitchell, Former member, US Congress

"...a very compelling and thought-provoking book...will guarantee to keep your interest high..."
James Earl "Chip" Carter,
son of former President Jimmy Carter

"Herman Malone has taught us two important and unmistakable lessons with this book.  First, discrimination is pervasive in our society, but it's very hard to prove.  Second, it takes courage, determination and dedication to file such a lawsuit."
Rabbi Steven E. Foster, Former Chair, Colorado Civil Rights Commission

"...teaches us about the vision, understanding, and perseverance it takes to bring purpose to one's life.  God has smiled upon you.  The sacrifice and treatment you experienced is almost biblical."
Dr. Acen L. Phillips, A.L. Phillips Ministries