Richard Rothstein

Richard Rothstein is an American author and scholar known for his work on the history of racial segregation in the United States, particularly regarding housing policies. His notable book, "The Color of Law," argues that government actions, rather than individual choices, enforced racial segregation in neighborhoods, leading to lasting socioeconomic disparities. Rothstein highlights how policies like redlining and discriminatory zoning laws created systemic barriers for African Americans and other marginalized groups. His research emphasizes the need to acknowledge and address these historical injustices to foster equality and remedy the effects of segregation in contemporary society.