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Kimberly Crenshaw defines Critical Race Theory as a way of looking at how the law has historically contributed to the subordinate status of various racial groups. While she focuses on historical precedents like Reconstruction, critics point out that she fails to address modern tangible legal issues such as algorithmic bias or bail reform. The discussion suggests that CRT has become more about maintaining political leverage than achieving actual legal progress.
Illinois recently shifted to an "Income Share" model for child support, which considers the income of both parents rather than just the non-custodial parent. This change is presented as a move toward fairness, as child support has historically been used as a "financial weapon" or "insurance policy" in bitter divorces. One host shares a personal experience of how lawyers encouraged his ex-wife to "clean him out" during their separation.
