Kendall Thomas - Critical Race Theory

The video discusses critical race theory, highlighting its origins in the late 1970s and 1980s, with Derek Bell as a pioneering scholar. It explores Bell's interest convergence theory, which suggests that racial justice advances when they align with the interests of white elites. The video critiques the limits of formal equality and addresses ongoing racial issues, including segregation in schools. It emphasizes the need for continued vigilance and rethinking of civil rights paradigms to fulfill the promises of American democracy.

What does the text suggest about the persistence of racial inequality despite formal constitutional equality?

What are some recent examples of racial segregation in public schools mentioned in the text?

In what ways does critical race theory aim to fulfill the promises of American democracy?