From the Publisher
“A deeply researched, clearly written account of an important subject. Thorough and well organized. Gives the reader a clear understanding of what liberal social scientists were thinking in 1954. This contribution will be of interest to both historians and social scientists.”
-Raymond Wolters,University of Delaware
“Relying substantially on archival sources, Jackson helps us to understand how science was involved in the landmark Brown vs. the Board of Education case, and how the scientists themselves conceived of their role in the legal process. In addition, he provides a fascinating account of the relationship between Jewish organizations and the NAACP in their joint effort to oppose discriminatory policies.”
-William Tucker,Rutgers University
“A provocative analysis of social scientists' role in the landmark desegregation case Brown v. Board of Education.“
-Law & History Review
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“A wide reading of manuscript sources, court cases, and secondary works. . . . A very good book that is well worth the reading.”
-American Historical Review
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“Jackson's excellent study. . . . places the fight against segregation within a much broader historical context. . . . It greatly illuminates the development of social science knowledge about the crucial topic of race in modern America.”
-History of Education Quarterly