Write a 5 to 6 page, double-spaced essay (1,500 words) on the following topic:

Referring to the required readings and videos in Modules 2 and 3, as well as your independent research, examine how racism and classism continue to impact the criminal justice system you are studying. Be sure to incorporate the essential concepts identified in these two modules.

This essay should be organized according to your own understanding of the material, with specific references to the assigned readings. You may cite references in parentheses in your text, using only the author’s last name and page number. Please be sure that your essay has your name at the top, and a bibliography at the end.