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Rename Cleveland-Marshall law school for Black civil rights leader John Malvin: Kevin Cronin - cleveland.com

A grave marker was laid into place Nov. 14, 1997, for 19th-century abolitionist John Malvin with a dedication and ceremony was held at Erie Street Cemetery in Cleveland.
A grave marker was laid into place Nov. 14, 1997, for 19th-century abolitionist John Malvin with a dedication and ceremony at Cleveland's historic downtown Erie Street Cemetery.

CLEVELAND -- Introspection is healthy for institutions, and we should all appreciate the review of John Marshall’s legacy as legal luminary and slave owner in considering the name of our local law school. This is not just an issue for students, school officials and graduates. How do we want our community represented?

What are the goals for naming an important institution? Is it important to be a legal luminary, like John Marshall or Thurgood Marshall? Should we look for a local inspirer like Louis or Carl Stokes or Jean Murrell Capers?

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source: https://www.cleveland.com/opinion/2022/02/rename-cleveland-marshall-law-school-for-black-civil-rights-leader-john-malvin-kevin-cronin.html

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