The New Jim Crow is a groundbreaking book by Michelle Alexander that examines the racial disparities in the criminal justice system and their impact on education. Alexander argues that mass incarceration has become a new form of racial control, perpetuating inequality and limiting opportunities for marginalized communities. This book explores the connections between the criminal justice system, education, and systemic racism. Alexander's research and analysis shed light on the ways in which the education system is affected by the mass incarceration of Black and Brown individuals. The New Jim Crow is a thought-provoking read that challenges readers to confront the deep-rooted issues of racial inequality in education.