Kristin Henning - Rage of Innocence: How America Criminalizes Black Youth

Kristin Henning, a Georgetown Law professor, discusses her experience in juvenile justice, highlighting the racial disparities in the system. She notes the overrepresentation of Black youth in juvenile courts and explores how normal adolescent behaviors are criminalized for Black children. Henning also addresses the overpolicing and hyper-surveillance in Black and Brown communities, and the harsher treatment Black children face compared to their White counterparts. She emphasizes the need for equitable treatment of all children in the justice system.

What is the main focus of Kristin Henning's work at Georgetown Law?

According to Kristin Henning, how many White children has she represented in 25 years?

What does Kristin Henning suggest about the representation of Black children in juvenile courts?

What are the three major ways in which Black children are criminalized, according to the text?

How does the overpolicing of Black children differ from the experiences of children in other communities?

What does Kristin Henning say about the treatment of Black children in juvenile courts compared to White children?

What is the significance of the juvenile court system in relation to children and adults?