James R. Jones, PhD

TENURED Professor @rutgers_newark · Director @CPRARutgers · Author of #TheLastPlantation (@PrincetonUPress) · My dog is named after Beyonce.

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

The Last Plantation is out May 21, 2024 via @PrincetonUPress and is available for preorder from all major book sellers.

https://t.co/ACUVUOxV0l

[Catherine D. Tan @Catherineoscopy]

Thank you @blackcapitol for zooming into SOCI 151: Intro to Sociology today @Vassar to do Q&A on The Last Plantation!

https://t.co/2pIHy5CLnW

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

We're hiring a postdoc!

Join me and my brilliant colleague as we pursue bold, transformative research on race and politics.

We're looking for a scholar passionate about advancing public-engaged scholarship and teaching. @CpraRutgers
Apply now! https://t.co/uaUGHeZsCm

[Dr. Trevon D Logan @TrevonDLogan]

This is not as good as you think. (1) The labor force declined by more than employment rose. (2) The labor force participation rate declined. So yes, unemployment declined, but this is also do to labor force exits and declining participation, not a slew of new jobs fir Black men.

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

@essnet @hebagowayed @XpertDemon @RutgersSASN

[Eastern Soc. Society @essnet]

Another incredible presidential panel at #ESS2025 focused on the politics of dissent. Diane Wong, @hebagowayed, and James Jones examined dissent and consent in the current political climate, and how sociologists and academics can dissent to interrupt cycles of oppression.

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

I'm a huge fan of @LeftOfBlack, so I was thrilled to join Dr. Mark Anthony Neal (@NewBlackMan) for a conversation about The Last Plantation.

Check it out! 👇🏾 https://t.co/eeG0ZRA0Sp

[SAVE A SEAT FOR ME (Simon & Schuster, 2026) @NewBlackMan]

"A revealing look at the covert and institutionalized racism lurking in the congressional workplace" -- @PrincetonUPress

@blackcapitol joins @LeftOfBlack to discuss his new book, 'The Last Plantation: Racism and Resistance in the Halls of Congress'
https://t.co/dmErRcUUyS

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

But what impressed me most was what I observed off stage: her kindness, generosity with her time, and unwavering commitment to the communities she centers in her analysis. A true force. #JoyReid

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

Had the absolute pleasure of spending several hours with the brilliant @Joyannreid a few weeks ago. Her sharp insight and breadth of knowledge left me in awe—especially her ability to draw prescient historical connections that illuminate the present.

[Left of Black @LeftOfBlack]

NEW EPISODE: https://t.co/8KQ3ILS8i5 In these politically volatile times, Black staffers are doing the work to fight for American democracy on Capitol Hill. @blackcapitol joins host @NewBlackMan to discuss his new book, “The Last Plantation: Racism and Resistance in the Halls of Congress,” from @PrincetonUPress

[uché blackstock, md @uche_blackstock]

Masks off.
This is biological essentialism.
This is racist and wrong.
RFK Jr.‘s response alone should be disqualifying for an HHS secretary.

[Karen Attiah @KarenAttiah]

I'm no longer moved when Trump says blatantly bigoted stuff. Perhaps white people are, but I'm not.

The media is lacking precision.

Part of ceding power is surrendering language and allowing meanings to be muddied.

"anti-DEI"= muddy
"Segregationist"= clear

[𝚃𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚊 𝙶𝚘𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚑-𝙱𝚘𝚣𝚊 @tanyaboza]

It is not legal in the US to hire people based on their racial or ethnic background. Affirmative Action primarily means ensuring job postings are widely distributed and reach a broad range of people. This strategy helps you find better candidates.

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

An important and timely op-ed

[Catherine D. Tan @Catherineoscopy]

Check out my latest OpEd!

Americans are going rogue when it comes to their health. "It is not necessarily a rebellious spirit but an unreliable health care system that compels staunch individualism."

https://t.co/lXUw2uKwhE

[Davarian L. Baldwin @DavarianBaldwin]

Honored and excited to talk about visions of reparations in the higher ed sector @ISGRJRutgers on February 5th!!!

[𝚃𝚊𝚗𝚢𝚊 𝙶𝚘𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚑-𝙱𝚘𝚣𝚊 @tanyaboza]

Commit these words to memory: "Am I being detained or am I free to go?" If any officer of the law stops you, you can always ask if you are free to go.

[Catherine D. Tan @Catherineoscopy]

Tomorrow is the first day of Spring semester. Once again, in my "Introduction to Sociology," I am sharing one of my favorite slides. Even though we are covering a lot of the classics, sociologists are no longer a bunch of old white dudes with beards.

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

@doc_thoughts 😂😂😂

[CPRARutgers @CpraRutgers]

Last month, Representative Pearson came to inspire and be inspired by the Rutgers Newark Students. ✨ Pearson's impactful words helped navigate post-election thoughts with his insight and experience in local elections. 🙌

📸 Video/photo creds: Lamar Carter @shotbysbd

[James R. Jones, PhD @blackcapitol]

An exciting event at @Rutgers_Newark next week! 🎉

I’ll be in conversation with the incredible Joy Ann Reid. Don’t miss it—join us!

Register at https://t.co/Wxp4lFWgtp

[CPRARutgers @CpraRutgers]

Join CPRA for Conversations on Race, Politics & Media with Joy-Ann Reid! Sat, Feb 1, 2025, 11AM–2PM at Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hall. Free event w/ Q&A, book signing, and light lunch served. Registration required: https://t.co/67GbpnE3Aq