Judicial Scrutiny and Discrimination Law

This chapter explores the intersection of race and gender in legal discrimination, focusing on suspect classes and the implications of heightened scrutiny as seen in landmark cases like Korematsu v. United States and Trump v. Hawaii. It delves into the differing judicial philosophies of Justices, examining dissenting and concurring opinions regarding sex-based and racial classifications in law. The discussion underscores the complexities of legal interpretations and strategic considerations surrounding discrimination cases in the Supreme Court.