Randall G. Shelden
About the Author
Randall G. Shelden is a distinguished scholar and author whose work critically examines the intersections of race, class, gender, and the criminal justice system in America. With decades of research and teaching experience in sociology and criminology, Shelden has dedicated his career to uncovering the systemic inequalities embedded in punitive policies and practices. His seminal book, Our Punitive Society: Race, Class, Gender, and Punishment in America, Second Edition, offers a comprehensive analysis of how social hierarchies perpetuate mass incarceration and disproportionate punishment, drawing on historical data and contemporary case studies to advocate for reform. Shelden's insightful contributions continue to influence academic discourse and public policy debates on justice and equity.
