Yale Law School and the Sixties

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Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, a group of students at Yale Law School sought to revive democratic ideals and social change associated with the institution's history. Amidst a turbulent social climate, they challenged established professors, leading to a generational clash. Their activism prompted significant reforms in admissions, curriculum, grading, and law practice, ultimately reshaping Yale Law School and influencing the trajectory of American legal education. Laura Kalman highlights this transformative period in a compelling narrative.