The Underdog is about Dr. Hakam Bhullar, who opened the Atlas Animal Hospital in Canada and lowered the cost of animal care to be more affordable for his clients. He also helped fellow veterinarians open their clinics. His battle against systemic racism in Canada was long and expensive.
I was moved by his endurance and his tough conviction of his practice and what it would mean for his animals and clients. He did no wrong, yet his license to practice was revoked. The governmental agency pressured him to take the easy way out, but he held to his principles.
Even though it cost him time away from his family and a lot of money in attorney's fees, he wasn't only fighting for himself, but for everyone who would face injustice after him. Dr. Hakam Bhullar was courageous and determined to not give up. Institutional bias persists today, and through Dr. Bhullar's heroic actions, he has helped change part of an unjust system.
The Underdog is a very inspirational and inspiring story that should inspire us to be the best we can be by sharing our voice against all forms of injustice.
I recommend reading this book. You may walk away with a new understanding or perspective. I know it will touch your heart profoundly, as it did mine.
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