Truth, Reconciliation, and Korematsu v. United States
Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts
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The Supreme Court's Role in Upholding Internment and Addressing Historical Injustices
The chapter explores the Supreme Court's decision on the internment during World War II, shedding light on the court's struggle between loyalty and truthfulness. It discusses the racism and racial profiling embedded in the court's decision-making, highlighting the dissent by Justice Murphy in the Korematsu case. The chapter also delves into the parallels between historic injustices like the Japanese American internment and current challenges in dealing with civil liberties and racism in the legal system.
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