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RACE, FAMILY & THE STATE

LEGALST/SOC 451
Course Description

Examines the politics of state involvement in family life in America, particularly in poor and minoritized families. Investigates the state's role in the regulation of the family through systems of governance such as criminal justice, immigration, and welfare that shape the legal possibilities for family life. Incorporates sociological, historical, and legal scholarship to critically assess the structural influences shaping the experiences, choices, and legal possibilities for families of color.

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Junior standing

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