May 1 marks the annual observance of Law Day, to recognize and celebrate the rule of law. As bar associations around the country undertake Law Day programming, lawyers should consider how they can engage to protect our democratic institutions. Today, our executive director will be a featured presenter at a webinar sponsored by the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association: Lawyers Defending Democracy. To join this event, you may register via this link.
We are delighted to share a Boston Globe interview with our treasurer and board member, R. Kelly Sheridan, about his work with LDAD: One Rhode Islander’s role in defending American democracy. LDAD is grateful for Kelly’s expressed passion for our work, and his many contributions to this organization.
In the face of ongoing attacks on the integrity of elections, it is critical that we support election workers and the voting process. Our former board member, retired Massachusetts Appeals Court Judge James McHugh, wrote about the development of a set of common ethical principles for election administrators: Restoring Confidence in Elections: The ALI’s Timely Statement on Ethical Standards.
LDAD’s unrelenting efforts are dependent upon your financial support. We are launching a spring fundraising drive to ensure we have the revenues we need to continue our work. Please support LDAD as we respond to the extraordinary challenges ahead by donating here.
We are grateful for your support and your commitment to democracy.
Lawyers Defending American Democracy
