What’s “critical race theory,” and is it radical? — Slate Magazine

Derrick Bell controversy: What’s “critical race theory,” and is it radical? - Slate Magazine

Given the importance of race and racism in American history, I though you all might find this article interesting. It explains, in straightforward language, one of the key (and often misunderstood) concepts in racial thinking today: "critical race theory."

For an example of how this idea about race is informing (some might say "misinforming") public debate, you can find more here:

http://www.theroot.com/buzz/watch-critical-race-theory-scary?wpisrc=root_more_news (watch the video).