In her new NYT bestselling book, "The Sum of Us," Heather McGhee writes about the importance of solidarity across lines of race and why building multiracial coalitions benefits all. "When it comes down to it, we all want the same things in life," she said on "Salon Talks." "We all want to have meaningful work, to take care of our families, to feel safe and secure, to breathe clean air, turn on the tap and not be poisoned."

Watch the full episode to hear more about the ways McGhee thinks Americans can come together instead of being so divided: https://www.salon.com/tv/video/of96h6