Heather McGhee is an American author, policy expert, and social advocate best known for her groundbreaking work on race and inequality. A former president of the public policy organization Demos, she brings decades of experience in economic and social justice to her writing. Her acclaimed book "The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together" examines how racial prejudice undermines the common good for all Americans. A sought-after speaker and media commentator, McGhee challenges readers to rethink the true costs of racism and envision a more equitable society built on solidarity.