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No immunity for Trump

Robert Reich • 28735 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Supreme Court Justice System
  1. A federal appeals court rejected Trump's claim of immunity for charges related to the 2020 election.
  2. Trump's legal delays may allow him to postpone a trial until after the presidential election.
  3. The court system should set tighter deadlines to prevent Trump from running out the clock on accountability.

Police Use of DNA to Create a Suspect’s Face Is Dangerous Junk Science & Why Aren't More Black People Voting?

kareem • 6151 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civil Rights Justice System Political Activism Historical Events
  1. Be cautious of the dangerous junk science involved in using DNA to predict a suspect's face and running facial recognition on it.
  2. Black History Month is crucial to celebrate the contributions of Black individuals that have been historically overlooked and ignored.
  3. Efforts to restrict Black voting rights are a serious issue, with people of color being underrepresented in the electorate despite making up a significant portion of eligible voters.

Most Folks Don't Think About the Supreme Court

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 1532 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Supreme Court Political Impact Legislation Justice System
  1. Many people don't consider the importance of the Supreme Court and its impact on their daily lives.
  2. Understanding the power and influence of the Court, and discussing it with friends and family, is crucial to being prepared and knowing how to fight back against potential threats.
  3. Educating others on the potential harm of a captured court, and working together with those around us, is key to protecting our future.
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Can This Death Row Inmate Bring Down the Death Penalty Itself?

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2160 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Justice System Legal system Prison System Political Influence
  1. Richard Glossip's case highlights flaws in the justice system, sparking a broader conversation about the death penalty in Oklahoma and the potential risk of innocent individuals being executed.
  2. The involvement of high-profile figures and bipartisan support in the fight for Glossip's case showcases the complexities and potential injustices within the legal system.
  3. Glossip's story portrays the power of hope and human connection in the face of adversity, emphasizing the impact of personal relationships and faith during times of struggle.

The Domes of Calrathia

Trantor Publishing • 19 implied HN points • 16 Apr 24
⚔ Fiction Testimony Justice System
  1. The main character, Sirius, found himself facing serious accusations in a court involving murder, rape, and a complex web of deception.
  2. The unfolding drama in the court revealed the intricacies of power dynamics, manipulation, and personal loyalties among the characters.
  3. The unexpected entrance of Berenice with a crucial piece of evidence dramatically shifted the course of the trial and added a twist to the story.

to my friends, everything; to my enemies, the law

bad cattitude • 200 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Justice System Corruption Dictatorship Election interference
  1. Control over the justice system is powerful, as it determines who is charged and for what.
  2. Those in power can abuse the justice system without consequences, while minor infractions by others are punished harshly.
  3. The imbalance of enforcing laws creates a culture of fear, demoralization, and lack of accountability in the justice system.

Corruption and COVID: We Are Not ‘All In This Together’

The New Normal • 3439 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Corruption Government Accountability Justice System
  1. To blame ourselves for decisions made by a few individuals is to submit to their rule.
  2. Calls to 'blame our own governments' may underestimate the chance of seeking justice for policy decisions.
  3. Corruption makes actions criminal if influenced by outside interests; personal responsibility can be used to evade scrutiny.

How Nigeria Elected a Criminal as Its President: Part I

Aaron Greenspan • 369 implied HN points • 08 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics Corruption Elections Investigation Justice System Documentation
  1. Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, has a controversial past involving money laundering and drug trafficking in the US.
  2. Despite his controversies, Tinubu's questionable history did not prevent him from becoming the President of Nigeria.
  3. Attempts to uncover more information about Tinubu's past through FOIA requests and lawsuits faced challenges and government denial.

QAnon, Trumpenstein, and the art of Winning

donaldjeffries • 1434 implied HN points • 07 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conspiracy Trump administration Elections Justice System Political polarization
  1. Trump made big promises during his campaign but did not follow through on many, disappointing his supporters
  2. QAnon was likely developed to pacify Trump's supporters after his failure to deliver on his promises
  3. The political landscape has shifted dramatically since Trump's presidency, leading to division, injustice, and disillusionment

This Post Has Been Marked "Biden Classified"

QTR’s Fringe Finance • 34 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Political Scandal Justice System Political Commentary
  1. Special Counsel Robert Hur's testimony revealed President Biden's mishandling of classified documents, raising questions about a potential double standard in justice system.
  2. President Biden kept classified documents at multiple locations, lied about it, and had motives that raised concerns during the testimony.
  3. The lack of finesse and potential double standards in handling Biden's case compared to Trump's case highlighted potential political issues that could impact public perception.

The Truth about the Jeffrey Epstein John Does

The Reactionary • 169 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Investigations Court Cases Justice System Media Coverage
  1. Reporting on Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell is challenging due to lack of revealed information.
  2. Many of the John Does related to the case had already been identified or were not involved in serious allegations.
  3. Unsealing of records regarding the John Does may not lead to as sensational revelations as speculated.

Claude Jean-Pierre, 67 ans, tué par des gendarmes

L'Atelier Galita • 353 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Justice System Activism Human Rights
  1. Claude Jean-Pierre, a retired Guadeloupean, was tragically killed by gendarmes during a routine traffic stop.
  2. The family faced a challenging journey to seek justice, with pressure to silence their efforts, but eventually succeeded in getting the case investigated further.
  3. The case highlights the importance of demanding accountability and justice in the face of potential institutional racism and police misconduct.

The Disconnect

Comment is Freed • 100 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Justice System Prison System Public Services
  1. Different narratives about crime can both be true and indicate complex issues in the criminal justice system.
  2. The increase in average prison sentence length contributes to prison overcrowding despite fewer people being charged with crimes.
  3. Austerity measures have disproportionately affected vulnerable services, creating a ripple effect of challenges across public services.

When shared dreams are built on nightmares

BowTiedMara - Geoarbitrage & Mobility Assets • 137 implied HN points • 19 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Crime Corruption Legal system Human Rights Justice System
  1. The Schoklender case involves a parricide in Argentina that led to a corruption case of epic proportions under the guise of human rights and social housing.
  2. The brothers involved in the Schoklender case were convicted for brutally assassinating their parents, triggering a series of events including their escape and eventual arrest.
  3. Despite serving time in jail, one of the brothers involved in the Schoklender case became a self-taught lawyer and later got involved in a major corruption scandal in Argentina.

Julian Assange’s Final Appeal

The Chris Hedges Report • 8 HN points • 18 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Extradition Espionage Government Justice System Press freedom
  1. Julian Assange faces his final appeal for extradition, which could silence investigations into government power by press.
  2. Assange published classified documents revealing U.S. war crimes, leading to his persecution under charges violating the Espionage Act.
  3. The legal battle reflects a complex situation with questions of press freedom, unfair trial, and the future of investigative journalism.

Concerning: Hate speech in Ireland

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 107 implied HN points • 17 May 23
🌍 World Politics Legislation Hate Speech Civil Liberties Free speech Justice System
  1. A new Criminal Justice Bill in Ireland might restrict free speech and have wide-reaching implications due to tech companies based there.
  2. The proposed legislation aims to protect individuals from hate speech based on various characteristics, expanding on current rules.
  3. The Bill introduces stricter penalties for hate speech, holding individuals accountable even if they claim no intent, which could impact both public and private speech.

The Tragedy of Jordan Neely

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 11 implied HN points • 08 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law enforcement Justice System Mental health Progressivism Conservatism
  1. A tragic incident in a New York subway raises questions about police, progressive politics, and law enforcement.
  2. The handling of mentally ill individuals in the criminal justice system is a significant policy challenge.
  3. The complexities around calls to defund or abolish the police become evident in real-life scenarios.

How many more Canadians have to die before stalking and domestic violence is taken seriously?

Michelle Rempel Garner • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Justice System
  1. Stalking and domestic violence are serious issues that can escalate into physical violence, especially with intimate partners.
  2. Victims of stalking and harassment face barriers in reporting and often struggle to see their harassers brought to justice.
  3. Canada needs better laws, data collection on stalking incidents, and faster processes for victims to obtain tools like peace bonds.