While Davis did not specifically reference any fables in his arguments during the Brown v. Board of Education trial, he did use a powerful strategy:
* He relied heavily on the precedent set by Plessy v. Ferguson. This 1896 case established the "separate but equal" doctrine, which allowed for racially segregated public facilities as long as they were equal in quality. Davis argued that this precedent should stand and that the segregation in question in Brown v. Board of Education was not inherently unequal.
* He emphasized the practical challenges of desegregation. He argued that forcing schools to integrate would be disruptive and chaotic, causing significant social and educational problems.
* He stressed the importance of local control over education. He claimed that the federal government should not intervene in what he saw as a matter of local autonomy.
Davis's arguments, while ultimately unsuccessful, were persuasive at the time. They reflected the deeply entrenched racial prejudice and legal philosophy that prevailed in many parts of the United States. His strategy, however, was not based on fables or stories. Instead, he focused on legal precedent, practical concerns, and the concept of states' rights.
The Supreme Court, despite Davis's efforts, ultimately ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in Brown v. Board of Education, declaring that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. This decision marked a turning point in American history, paving the way for the dismantling of segregation and the fight for racial equality.