Deadlocked: How America Shaped the Supreme Court S01E01 - The Hearts of Men Can Be Changed

Episode Overview

Set during the 1950s and 60s, Thurgood Marshall embarks on a mission to dismantle the segregationist framework, leveraging the legal system to cultivate a fairer society. With the support of Chief Justice Earl Warren and a forward-thinking Supreme Court, this period witnesses landmark rulings that enhance the rights of marginalized groups, those accused of crimes, and the economically disadvantaged. As the Supreme Court's influence on American society grows, it sparks both significant progress and intense debate over its role in shaping justice.