Intersectionality and Critical Race Theory

Discussion Topic: Discussion: Intersectionality & Critical Race Theory Discussion: Intersectionality & Critical Race Theory
Module 2
Discussion: Intersectionality & Critical Race Theory
Initial Post
In this module you have read about intersectionality and critical race theory. You were tasked with reading Kimberle Crenshaw’s seminal work on intersectionality, reading about both critical race theory and critical race feminism, and watching “Slavery By Another Name.” Please take a reflective moment to process what you have read and watched. Next, define both intersectionality and critical race theory in your own words. Identify at least three practices from “Slavery by Another Name” that demonstrate legalized racism and discrimination embedded in the criminal legal/system of law. Lastly, select a recent crime case (from the last 4 years) that involves a victim at the intersection of at least two marginalized identities. Provide a summary of that case identifying the marginalized identities; discuss how those identities played a role in the case.

Requirements
• Minimum 500 words
• At least two sources, one source from outside of the course material
• Thoroughly addresses the prompt
• Adheres to due date
Peer Reply
Choose two posts to respond to. You may respond to initial posts or to responses to initial posts. Responses must be substantive. Any responses that simply say “nice work”, “I agree”, etc. will not receive full credit. As a suggestion, consider the following to help guide your response:
• Do you agree or disagree and why?
• What was surprising or intriguing about the referenced crime?
• How did the post change or challenge your perspective?
• Build on the post to further support the initial argument
• Ask a follow-up question to support continued dialogue

Requirements
• Respond to to a minimum of two (2) peers
• Minimum 150 words
• Adheres to due date
Guidelines
• Use professional language, grammar, and spelling
• Posts and responses should be relevant to the topic and demonstrate your knowledge of the material.