Michael J. Klarman

Michael J. Klarman is a respected American historian and legal scholar specializing in U.S. constitutional history and civil rights. He examines how legal decisions, especially Supreme Court rulings, have influenced social and political change. His work often explores the complex, sometimes incremental, progress of civil rights and equality in America, emphasizing the historical context and the legal strategies behind landmark decisions. Klarman’s scholarship provides a nuanced understanding of how law interacts with societal values and political power, contributing significantly to debates about justice and constitutional interpretation.