The 1999 return to neighborhood schools reflects politicized law.

Evidence

Judge Potter’s 1999 decision represents less an ironic example of desegregation case law coming full circle and more an illustration of the persistent politicization of the law itself. — Matthew D. Lassiter, The Suburban Origins of ā€œColor-Blindā€ā€¦, 113

Categorization

  • XREF: Reframes a ā€˜how the mighty have fallen’ arc into a strategic continuity story — echoes realignment interpretations of the Court. — connects to: Judicial desegregation policies prospered in politics’ absence. — Matthew D. Lassiter, The Suburban Origins of ā€œColor-Blindā€ā€¦, 113