As a 6’2" dreadlocked Black man, Tyler Merritt knows what it feels like to be stereotyped as threatening, which can have dangerous consequences. But he also knows that proximity to people who are different from ourselves can be a cure for racism.
Tyler’s viral video “Before You Call the Cops” has been viewed millions of times and is respected for its simple yet profound message—the more you know someone, the more empathy, understanding, and compassion you have for that person. In his new book, Tyler shares his highs, exposes his lows, and welcomes us into his world in order to help bridge the divides that seem to grow wider every day.
