Derrick Bell
Legal scholar and critical race theorist
Born
November 6th, 1930
94 years ago
Died
October 5th, 2011
13 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American scholar, author, and critical race theorist. Developed the concept of interest convergence, which posits that racial justice only advances when it converges with the interests of white people. Served as the first tenured African American professor at Harvard Law School. Authored significant works including 'Faces at the Bottom of the Well' and 'Space Traders', which critically explored race relations and social justice. Bell's career was marked by a commitment to civil rights and legal education.
Pioneered critical race theory
Authored 'Faces at the Bottom of the Well'
First tenured African American professor at Harvard Law School
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