Dr. Monique W. Morris’ Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools presents an urgent and timely narrative on the historic cycle of victimization Black girls continue to endure in pursuit of an education. Civil rights protesters proclaim “Black Live Matter” and urge fellow activists to “Say Her Name” at the vigils of Black (Trans) women murdered at the hands of police. Yet, Americans continue to overlook the effect law enforcement policies in public—particularly in schools—have on the childhoods of young Black girls. …
