Book Talk: Racial Capitalism and International Tax Law: The Story of Global Jim Crow

Join us for a compelling discussion on the intersection of race, economics, and global tax policy. BU’s own Koritha Mitchell and Scott Taylor will be joined by Attiya Waris from the UN and University of Nairobi to explore the groundbreaking insights from “Racial Capitalism and International Tax Law: The Story of Global Jim Crow” (Oxford University Press) by Steven Dean. This timely conversation will examine how international tax structures perpetuate racial inequalities and economic injustice on a global scale. Praised by Ibram X. Kendi as “a fascinating and greatly needed book,” this work challenges us to reconsider fundamental assumptions about taxation, development, and equity in our interconnected world. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with cutting-edge scholarship that bridges law, economics, and social justice and learn how tax policy functions as both a tool of economic power and a mechanism that can either reinforce or disrupt patterns of racial capitalism across national borders. Lunch will be available starting at 12:30pm.

When 12:45 pm - 2:00 pm on 3 November 2025
Building BU School of Law
Room Barristers Hall, First Floor
Contact Email lawevent@bu.edu
Contact Organization LAW Marketing and Communications
Fees free
Open To bu
Speakers Jessica Silbey, Steven Dean, Scott Taylor, Attiya Waris, Koritha Mitchell