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Crystal M FlemingProfessorSociology and Africana StudiesCollege of Arts and Sciences
Biography
Crystal Fleming's sociological research and writing explore racism and anti-racism in multiple national contexts. She is also broadly interested in critical race theory, social epistemology, intersectionality, spirituality and mindfulness. She is the author of two books: Resurrecting Slavery: Racial Legacies and White Supremacy in France and How to Be Less Stupid About Race: On Racism, White Supremacy and the Racial Divide.
Education
- PhD, Harvard University
- MA, Harvard University
- BA, Wellesley College
News Highlights
July 2, 2023France confronts allegations of racism among policeCNNRead ArticleJuly 1, 2023France is roiled by protests after police killed a teenager. Here's whyNPR's "Europe"Read ArticleJune 30, 2023For 3rd straight night, clashes erupted across France between protesters, policeNPR's "Morning Edition"Read ArticleJune 30, 2023Police killing of Nahel reflects 'on-going history of racism rooted in colonial violence'France 24Read ArticleJune 29, 2023Nahel 'execution' reflects ruthless form of 'French racism' engulfed in 'denial, hubris
& arrogance'France 24Read Article