Critical race theory is an academic framework centered on the idea that racism is systemic, and not just demonstrated by individual people with prejudices. The theory holds that racial inequality is woven into legal systems and negatively affects people of color in their schools, doctors’ offices, the criminal justice system and countless other parts of life.
From: Fortin, J. (2021). What is critical race theory? New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/article/what-is-critical-race-theory.html