Colonial Discourse and Gender in U.S. Criminal Courts

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The book explores the negotiation of "cultural evidence" in criminal trials, examining the roles of attorneys, witnesses, and defendants. It critiques the debate over the "cultural defense," highlighting its roots in colonialist and patriarchal narratives. The author argues that this controversy has historically marginalized minorities and women, revealing underlying biases that have influenced legal practices and perceptions of cultural identity in the justice system.