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The ACLU Is Trying to Destroy the Biden NLRB

Freddie deBoer • 7174 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Labor relations Civil Liberties Legal system Constitutional Law
  1. The ACLU is trying to expand mandatory arbitration, potentially limiting workers' rights and making union organizing harder.
  2. The ACLU is challenging the appointment of the current General Counsel of the NLRB, which could impact the legitimacy of decisions made by the Biden Board.
  3. The underlying dispute revolves around the termination of an ACLU staffer for protected complaints about workplace conditions, revealing a complex situation where legal theories are used to justify actions.

Let us now celebrate E. Jean Carroll

Lucian Truscott Newsletter • 8608 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Sexual Assault Election Legal system Women's Rights
  1. E. Jean Carroll has shown immense courage in standing up against Trump's lies and invective and is not giving up
  2. Trump's actions and lies in the face of Carroll's accusations show his cowardice and lack of accountability
  3. Trump's attitude towards Carroll and the lawsuit could have political repercussions, especially among female voters
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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.

Livestream Event: Glenn Loury on Clarence Thomas

Glenn Loury • 1238 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal system Social Issues Race relations Presidency
  1. Livestream event discussing the significance of Justice Clarence Thomas and his impact on American law and society.
  2. Justice Clarence Thomas is celebrated for his efforts to uphold individual liberties and limit federal government powers.
  3. Criticism against Justice Thomas often focuses on personal attacks rather than his judicial ideas, especially from black critics who question his loyalty to the African American community.

Jack Smith, Donald Trump, and the Kobayashi Maru

The Popehat Report • 8456 implied HN points • 10 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal system Prosecution Rule of Law Politics Justice
  1. The law is full of no-win scenarios that good lawyers navigate by preparing, advocating, and fighting for clients.
  2. Charging Trump despite political challenges shows adherence to the rule of law and the importance of justice.
  3. Prosecuting powerful individuals upholds equality before the law, prevents abuse of the legal system, and maintains societal integrity.

Trump’s Threat to Democracy

David Friedman’s Substack • 233 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Trump administration Legal system
  1. Some believe Trump winning the 2024 election could lead to the end of free and fair elections in America due to potential election rigging or disenfranchisement of Democrats.
  2. Trump was successful in instilling fear in the political establishment, even though he achieved little in terms of policy during his presidency.
  3. There is concern that Trump, if re-elected, may resort to using legal tactics against his opponents, potentially leading to a situation similar to ruling parties in undemocratic states like Putin's Russia.

bankruptcy for the little people

Dan Davies - "Back of Mind" • 294 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
💰 Finance Bankruptcy Debt Legal system Corporations
  1. Bankruptcy rules differ for individuals and corporations, with implications for creditors and stakeholders.
  2. Bankruptcy can have significant economic consequences, especially for employees, suppliers, and other parties dependent on the company's operations.
  3. Some companies without operations can exploit bankruptcy laws to avoid liabilities, highlighting issues with the limited liability system.

Julian Assange’s Grand Inquisitor

The Chris Hedges Report • 213 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Legal system Extradition First Amendment War Crimes Human Rights
  1. The prosecution in Julian Assange's extradition case relies heavily on controversial U.S. attorney Gordon Kromberg's judicial opinions, making claims that did not convince High Court judges.
  2. Julian Assange's defense demonstrated that the allegations against him, such as endangering lives by releasing unredacted documents, were debunked, and the U.S. lacks substantial evidence.
  3. Gordon Kromberg, the prosecutor, has a history of fervently going after individuals, like Palestinian activists, using dubious methods, and his attempts to implicate individuals, like Chelsea Manning, demonstrate his aggressive tactics in legal proceedings.

True Threats And American Cultural Gulfs

The Popehat Report • 3630 implied HN points • 27 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal system First Amendment Free speech Gender Dynamics Supreme Court
  1. American society is diverse and faces challenges in applying legal standards like the reasonable person test across different cultures.
  2. Cultural context plays a significant role in determining what constitutes a true threat in First Amendment cases.
  3. To strike a balance between free speech and protection from threats, considering the intended audience's cultural context in true threats analysis could be a valuable approach.

Rule of Law for All Under Heaven

ChinaTalk • 163 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Legal system
  1. Jiang Ping played a key role in shaping China's legal system, advocating for individual rights, and promoting the rule of law over the ruling of law.
  2. Jiang's life reflected the transition in China from 'rule by law' to 'rule of law,' emphasizing the importance of connecting laws to higher ideals like human rights and democratic governance.
  3. Jiang's passing symbolizes a struggle in China's legal world between the Party's control-oriented legal reforms and the more liberal intellectual strand that aimed for the rule of law.

URGENT: A new court ruling shows the insane overreach of the PREP Act, which effectively bars ALL suits over the Covid jabs (not just against Pfizer/Moderna, against anyone)

Unreported Truths • 60 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal system Court rulings
  1. The PREP Act provides extensive immunity against lawsuits related to Covid-19 jabs, making it almost impossible to hold anyone accountable for administering unwanted vaccines.
  2. The act has narrow exceptions for suits involving 'willful misconduct', but the criteria are defined very strictly, limiting the chances of successfully suing under such circumstances.
  3. Cases where individuals are pressured, forced, or receive vaccines against their will due to various reasons are not covered by the compensation program, leaving many without recourse for damages.

Expiring laws to stop legal rot

Splitting Infinity • 138 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal system
  1. Refresh laws every few decades to keep them up-to-date to prevent legal systems from becoming more complicated and dysfunctional over time.
  2. Consider implementing a system where every law automatically expires 20 years after being signed to ensure critical laws are constantly reviewed and outdated ones are modernized.
  3. An independent body could help identify laws that have passed their prime, addressing the issue of legal 'rot' while leaving truly valuable laws intact.

Why the Cop City Indictments Are So Important

Discourse Blog • 884 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civil Rights Legal system Government Power
  1. The charges against activists for opposing a police training facility are extreme and nonsensical.
  2. The indictment serves as a warning to deter dissent and showcases the power of the state in suppressing opposition.
  3. Government actions against the Stop Cop City movement highlight the broader fight against the expansion of the security state.

On covid, California's supreme court just said the quiet part out loud

¡Do Not Panic! • 1061 implied HN points • 08 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Public Health Legal system Lobbying Responsibility
  1. California's Supreme Court ruled in a case that employers now have legal protection from COVID liability.
  2. The ruling shows how capitalism takes priority over public health in cases of workplace infections.
  3. Employers are not held responsible for COVID infections at work, shifting the burden onto individuals.

Diversity Goals Imply Quality Trade-Offs

Cremieux Recueil • 132 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Affirmative Action Meritocracy Discrimination Legal system
  1. Diversity goals can lead to compromising organizational operations and contradict the idea of rewarding based on contributions.
  2. Affirmative action initiatives may end up favoring less talented individuals over more qualified candidates from minority populations.
  3. Recruiting a highly talented and diverse workforce can be challenging due to the small number of gifted individuals from low-performing populations.

I am cancelled

A Lawyer Writes • 687 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
💼 Business Regulation Professionalism Legal system
  1. The author received a notice about being removed from a database, not being struck off as a solicitor.
  2. The message contained unusual demands, like a fee and restrictions on future restoration.
  3. The situation highlights issues faced by retired professionals in the legal field.

Free speech under attack: the weaponization of defamation law

Unreported Truths • 28 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Climate change Legal system Debates
  1. Defamation cases in the United States are challenging to win due to strong protections for free speech, including the absolute defense of truth, the requirement of 'actual malice' for public figures, and the exclusion of defamatory opinions.
  2. Anti-SLAPP laws have made defamation suits even harder by encouraging quick dismissal of cases, potentially forcing plaintiffs to cover legal fees, and providing additional defense for defendants.
  3. The story of a defamation lawsuit involving climate scientist Michael Mann and the challenges faced due to the comparison to the Sandusky scandal highlights the complexities and implications of free speech limitations in defamation cases.

Twitter Poster Railroaded for Free Speech by Biden’s DOJ

Karlstack • 293 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech First Amendment Legal system Political Influence Court Proceedings
  1. The trial of Douglass Mackey highlights procedural abuses reminiscent of colonial courts
  2. Key evidence was withheld by the prosecution, impacting the defense's ability to present a full case
  3. The interpretation of the law expanded by the judge raises concerns about government power to regulate speech