How Race Influences Policy (or Not)
Panelists examine how the structural and historical causes of racism can influence policymaking.
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"You are going to be challenged. You are going to be learning from people who are constantly challenging themselves."
- Vincent Rougeau, Dean
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Undo Influence?
Professor Oei detects flaws in the new tax law's rulemaking process.
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'Deportation World'
Professor Kanstroom warns of a rule-of-law and human rights catastrophe.
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Putting Prophetic Rhetoric in Its Place
Professor Kaveny offers prescription for ravaging forces of public discourse.
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Saying Yes to Reins on Net Neutrality
Professor Lyons argues zero-rated plans are good for consumers.
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Crime-Based Deportation Is ‘Absurd’
Professor Hong comes out swinging in a fight to make immigration law more fair.
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A Charitable Sleight of Hand
Professor Madoff launches an effort to fix the wrongs of donor-advised funds.
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Fighting Malfeasance with Pen, Not Sword
When Professor George Brown writes about corruption, even Supreme Court justices listen.
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Making International Tax Laws Just
Professor Diane Ring gives voice to the concerns of emerging nations.
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Hashimoto Investigates Opioid Crisis
Our lawyer-scientist's research shapes national guidelines on overuse.
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Throwing the Book at Federal Regulators
Professor Patricia McCoy's pivotal role in righting the mortgage market.
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Novel Theory Gets Its Day in Court
Professor Kent Greenfield's research has real impact in Hershey case.
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