Naomi Murakawa
1 book
About the Author
Naomi Murakawa is a political scientist whose scholarship examines the historical development of the American carceral state and the role of liberal policy frameworks in shaping modern criminal justice systems. Her research traces how postwar political decisions contributed to the expansion of prisons and policing, offering critical insights into the intersections of race, law, and governance. Through rigorous archival analysis and theoretical engagement, she illuminates the structural forces behind contemporary incarceration patterns.
Writing style
analytical
rigorous
critical
Books by Naomi Murakawa
