Andre M. Perry is a senior fellow at Brookings Metro, a scholar-in-residence at American University, and a professor of practice of economics at Washington University’s Olin Business School. A nationally known and respected commentator on race, structural inequality, and education, Perry is the author of the book Know Your Price: Valuing Black Lives and Property in America’s Black Cities. Perry is a regular contributor to MSNBC and has been published by numerous national media outlets, including The New York Times, The Nation, The Washington Post, The Root, and CNN.com. Perry has also made appearances on HBO, CNN, PBS, National Public Radio, NBC, and ABC. Perry’s research focuses on race and structural inequality, education, and economic inclusion. Perry’s recent scholarship at Brookings has analyzed Black-majority cities and institutions in the United States, focusing on valuable assets worthy of increased investment. Prior to working at Brookings, Perry was a founding dean, professor, award-winning journalist, and activist in the field of education.