critical race theory

American  

[krit-i-kuhl reys thee-uh-ree, theer-ee] / ˈkrɪt ɪ kəl ˈreɪs ˌθi ə ri, ˌθɪər i /

Sometimes Critical Race Theory

noun

1. a conceptual framework that considers the impact of historical laws and social structures on the present-day perpetuation of racial inequality: first used in legal analyses, and now applied in education, communication studies, and sociology. CRT

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Etymology

Origin of critical race theory

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

Derrick Bell was one of the "founders" of critical race theory.

From Salon • Feb. 17, 2023

For decades, critical race theory was something discussed almost exclusively by scholars and academics.

From Slate • Sep. 30, 2022

“They’re using that term, critical race theory, to describe anything that’s related to talking about race or racism or systemic oppression. So it’s very difficult to fight back.”

From Washington Post • May 21, 2022

Perusing footnotes, he discovered the field of critical race theory.

From New York Times • Apr. 24, 2022

Montaño, a professor at Cal State Northridge, said that critical race theory is not discussed in K-12 classrooms, but discussions of race remain an important subject matter for all children.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2022