Inherently Unequal

"Inherently Unequal" explores how the U.S. Supreme Court's decisions after the Civil War undermined civil rights and facilitated the rise of Jim Crow laws. Through detailed court records and historical accounts, Lawrence Goldstone examines the Court's role in eroding protections for Black Americans and maintaining a racially segregated justice system. The book highlights both well-known and overlooked rulings, revealing how the judiciary often prioritized the interests of the status quo over justice and equality.