Michelle Adams

In this engaging discussion, Michelle Adams, a law professor at the University of Michigan and author of 'The Containment,' dives into the complexities of racial justice in America. She sheds light on the Supreme Court's historical and modern role in shaping educational policies, particularly through the lens of Milliken v. Bradley. Adams also emphasizes the need for empathy and diverse perspectives within the judiciary, sparking vital conversations about how these dynamics influence contemporary race relations and legal interpretations.

Michelle Adams, a University of Michigan law professor and author of "The Containment," dives deep into the landmark case Milliken v. Bradley and its impact on school desegregation in Detroit. She explores how housing policies reinforced segregation, the white backlash against integration, and how legal strategies linked housing to education. Adams discusses the narrow interpretation of desegregation that arose from Milliken and its consequences—white flight and limited educational opportunities. Their conversation emphasizes the importance of civic engagement in shaping future legal landscapes.

Michelle Adams, University of Michigan law professor who wrote about Detroit school desegregation. Jamel Bowie, New York Times columnist and Hillman Prize judge. Jodi Cantor, New York Times investigative reporter and author on starting careers. Bridget Bergen, WNYC political reporter who moderated a LaGuardia-themed event. They discuss La Guardia as a model for Mamdani, the defeat of desegregation in Detroit, and practical advice for beginning careers.

Michelle Adams, University of Michigan law professor and Hillman Prize winner, discusses her book The Containment about Detroit and Northern segregation. Jamelle Bouie, New York Times columnist and Hillman judge, talks about national politics through historical lenses and the Hillman Prize. They explore Milliken v. Bradley, court reform, and how history shapes current constitutional and political debates.

Michelle Adams, a law professor and Detroit scholar, tells the story of Milliken v. Bradley and the fight over metropolitan school integration. She traces housing segregation, Judge Roth’s metropolitan remedy, and how Nixon-era Supreme Court shifts halted cross-border solutions. Conversations touch on local leaders, surprising alliances, and policy paths toward more integrated schools.