Critical Race Theory: Finding Hope in the Midst of Misinformation

This panel provided an overview of what CRT is and what it is not; how CRT became a national controversy, especially for school boards; a description of the legal implications of CRT and current litigation landscape; and why CRT should matter to lawyers.

Moderator:  
Michele Coleman Mayes, General Counsel, NYC Public Library

Panelists:
David C. Banks, Chancellor of NYC Department of Education
Tanya K. Hernández, Archibald R. Murray Professor of Law, Fordham University School of Law
Dr. Marvin Lynn, Professor, Portland State University
Cara McClellan, Assistant Counsel,  NAACP LDF