In a recent interview, Berkeley Law professor Dylan Penningroth emphasizes the importance of recognizing the Black community as a diverse group with varying perspectives, and utilizing law as a tool for both oppression and change. His comments were part of a wider discussion about Black history, law, and the civil rights movement.
Penningroth, the author of “Before the Movement: The Hidden History of Black Civil Rights”, underscores that civil rights are about more than liberation. His work focuses largely on this history and the multifaceted nature of the Black civil rights movement, revealing lesser-known aspects that challenge mainstream narratives. The professor also addresses the challenges he faced during his research, as well as discussing the impacts of corporate law on Black history.
The interview was conducted as part of the Jabot podcast, a subsidiary of the Above the Law brand concentrating on the unique challenges faced by women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, and other diverse populations within the legal sector.
The podcast draws its name from the jabot, a decorative collar worn by Ruth Bader Ginsburg when delivering dissents from the bench, serving as a reminder that diverse populations remain a formidable force, despite the challenges they often face.
To learn more about the podcast and Penningroth’s insights about Black history, law, and the civil rights movement, you can listen to the full interview here.
Additionally, Kathryn Rubino, a Senior Editor at Above the Law and host of the Jabot podcast, welcomes further connections and discussions. For more, feel free to email her directly or connect with her on Twitter @Kathryn1 or Mastodon @Kathryn1@mastodon.social.