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Elitism In The Legal World: A Comparison Between The U.K. And U.S.A, Michael Johnson Jr
Elitism In The Legal World: A Comparison Between The U.K. And U.S.A, Michael Johnson Jr
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In this paper I will be discussing the various ways that the United Kingdom has played an integral part in creating the way the world looks at and practices common law, while also addressing the systemic racism and elitism entrenched in the U.K. legal system. I will also be comparing the U.K. to the United States as American law was built on the influence of British law and share deep similarities to how minorities are treated due to constant and ongoing systemic disadvantages and legal elitism. I will be discussing how the U.K. and U.S. are trying to address the …