The Metro: ‘Love, Rita’ takes a personal look at systemic racism in the US health care system
Author Bridgett M. Davis joined the show to talk more about the inspiration behind her book, and share stories of her mother Fannie, sister Rita and Detroit.
Photo of Bridgett M. Davis, author of "Love, Rita."
Bridgett M. Davis is an author and daughter of Detroit.
She’s written about her mom’s business running the numbers in “The World According to Fannie Davis.” Her new book tells the story of her sister and shines light on women’s health.
“Love, Rita: An American Story of Sisterhood, Joy, Loss, and Legacy” explores the dynamics between generations of Black women moving through the complexities of living and dying in America.
Davis’ mother was diagnosed with cancer and her sister with Lupus, ushering in the uncomfortable truths of the U.S. health care system and the systemic racism that exists within.
Davis joined The Metro to talk more about “Love, Rita” and share stories of her mother Fannie, sister Rita and Detroit.
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