'The title of this book by Paul J. Zwier II, is really quite an understatement. It is more, much more, than its title, Critical Race Theory and the American Justice System. What the author has done is create an extremely well researched analysis of how CRT has permeated the justice system historically, to the present, and from a variety of perspectives. This is not a book that can be read in just a few sessions, or even read just once. There is simply too much information and I foresee it being used as a resource for researchers. What Zwier has done is take the reader through memorable cases and personalities, the writings of respected academics, and the variations of the Supreme Court over the years. He brings all of this into the present by describing and critiquing the recent impeachment trials of Nixon, Clinton, and Trump and finishes with commentary about how jurors are selected today in criminal cases and how that process has changed, caused primarily by the needs of the times. Zwier has contributed an outstanding scholarly analysis that will be used and appreciated by lawyers, students, and academics alike.'Samuel Richard RubinFederal Defender of Idaho, (ret.)'Professor Zwier provides helpful insight into the issues confronting trial lawyers in today's courtroom and useful suggestions for voir dire, opening and closing. I will keep this book in my personal library of trial materials.'William HuntHunt & Embry (Boston)
