Paul Butler

Paul Butler

3 books

About the Author

Paul Butler is a distinguished scholar, attorney, and author whose incisive work bridges the worlds of law, race, and rhetoric. A former federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice, Butler has dedicated his career to exposing systemic injustices in the American criminal justice system, particularly the disproportionate policing and incarceration of Black men. As a professor at Georgetown University Law Center, he draws on his legal expertise and academic rigor to craft compelling narratives that challenge readers to confront uncomfortable truths about power, identity, and social equity. His writing seamlessly integrates personal anecdotes, historical analysis, and policy critique, making complex issues accessible and urgent for a broad audience.

Writing style
incisive scholarly accessible

Books by Paul Butler