The Racist Origins of U.S. Law

The video explores the history of discriminatory laws in the US, focusing on four key periods: colonialism, slavery, Jim Crow laws, and mass incarceration. It highlights how these laws have disproportionately affected Black and Brown communities. The video also discusses the relationship between crime and punishment, noting that they often operate independently. It concludes by questioning who the law is meant to protect and at whose expense.

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