Jesse Merriam on the Antiracist Constitution, the Wages of Brown v. Board, and the Future of Affirmative Action
Conservative Conversations with ISI
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The Compatibility of Originalism and Brown v. Board of Education
This chapter examines the compatibility of originalism and Brown v. Board of Education, discussing how originalism has evolved over time to accommodate the landmark decision. The speakers explore the interpretation of the 14th Amendment and how originalism now considers social facts and misunderstandings of the drafters. They also discuss the implications of the Brown v. Board decision on our understanding of human sexuality, diversity, affirmative action, and private discrimination.
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