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October 15, 2024 at 7:07 PM

SCOTUS: The Least Trusted Court in History — What’s at Stake This Term

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all.Dear John,   Earlier this month, AFJ released our annual SCOTUS preview as the Court began its term October 7, holding the distinction of being the least trusted Supreme Court in history. This important resource offers a review and analysis of the…

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  Maya Lynch · [email protected]

October 15, 2024 at 3:56 PM

1 Week Out - Justice Trivia Night!

Sign up for Justice Trivia Night with AFJ on Oct 22! There will be free food and drinks! Justice Trivia Night - Oct 22, 20246:30 - 8:30 pm at Stoney's on P Street  Hello,  We hope you are as excited as we are to attend our Justice Trivia Night dedicated to all things “courts” happening in one week! …

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  Maya Lynch · [email protected]

October 7, 2024 at 5:48 PM

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Sign up for Justice Trivia Night with AFJ on Oct 22! Free food and drinks! Justice Trivia Night - Oct 22, 20246:30 - 8:30 pm at Stoney's on P Street  Hello,  The Alliance for Justice is thrilled to host a Justice Trivia Night dedicated to all things “courts” at Stoney's on P Street NW on Tuesday, Oc…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

October 4, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Senate Leaves, Supreme Court Arrives

A Final Push to Confirm Pres. Biden’s Legacy PLUS 2024-2025 Supreme Court Term Updates!A September Summary    Though 13 nominees were confirmed in September, a staggering 28 remain pending as we look toward the final 100 days of the 118th Congress. These 28 include the following nominees:   Circuit …

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  Maya Lynch · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 2:04 PM

Justice Trivia Night! 🎉⚖️

Sign up for a fun night of Justice Trivia!! There will be free drinks and food! Justice Trivia NightOctober 22, 2024 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Stoney's on P StreetHello,   Calling all D.C. based folks - get ready to test your knowledge of the courts and unwind with free food and drinks! The Alliance for Jus…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

October 1, 2024 at 3:01 PM

A Look At Our October Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings!Upcoming Public WebinarsOctober 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members   Public Webinar: How Your Nonprofit Can Influence Policy Through Ballot Measure Campaigns    October 8 | 2 PM ET | $60  On the frontlines of participa…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

September 30, 2024 at 8:20 PM

State of Justice: September Recap

Your monthly newsletter covering all things state courts. Dear John,  A recent report from Daily Kos shows how state courts can be a bright spot in the fight for reproductive rights amid attacks on reproductive rights by federal courts, from the U.S. Supreme Court’s devastating opinion that overturn…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

September 24, 2024 at 2:30 PM

September Edition of AFJ Insider:

Celebrating 45 years of impact and the fight for justice.Dear John,   As we here at Alliance for Justice continue to work towards creating a fair, just, and free society, we find ourselves constantly inspired by the unwavering support, dedication and courage of people like you. When news and informa…

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September 19, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Senate continues to make progress on Judicial nominations

Concerns grow over Chief Justice Roberts’s actions while the Senate rushes to confirm Biden’s judicial nominees.SCOTUS Ethics & Upcoming Term   A recent NY Times report highlighting Chief Justice John Roberts’s behind-the-scenes actions is fueling ethical concerns about the Supreme Court. In sum…

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  AFJ Team · [email protected]

September 18, 2024 at 1:16 PM

Don't Miss Out! Are You on the Right Side of History?

Help us cross the finish line! Dear John,   Did you read our last email? We cannot allow the specter of Project 2025 to bog us down and paralyze our movement. We must continue visualizing and working towards our dream of a true multiracial democracy. For 45 years, AFJ has fought for a judiciary com…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

September 13, 2024 at 2:44 PM

Unlock 24/7 Access to On-Demand Nonprofit Advocacy Trainings!

Your Mission, Our Expertise – Available Anytime!Bolder Advocacy is excited to announce the launch of our new on-demand nonprofit advocacy trainings!   For the first time ever, you can access our expert-led sessions on essential advocacy topics — anytime, anywhere. Whether you're looking to understan…

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  AFJ Team · [email protected]

September 10, 2024 at 1:30 PM

45 Days, 45 New Donors: We’re Almost There

Help us cross the finish line!   Dear John,  Thanks to the overwhelming support we’ve received in honor of our 45th anniversary, we are almost at our goal of 45 new donors, in 45 days! We’re nearly at the finish line. Can you join AFJ today with a gift?   As an AFJ subscriber, you know that every da…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

September 5, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Senate Back in Session on Monday!

Let’s get these amazing nominees over the finish line! The Push for Confirmations  After a month away, the Senate is back in session on Monday and there is A LOT of work to be done! With the Senators recessed from September 30-November 11, we only have three weeks to ensure that fantastic nominees l…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

September 5, 2024 at 4:24 PM

A Look At Our September Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings!Upcoming Public WebinarsSeptember 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members Public Webinar: How 501(c)(3)s Can Educate and Advocate During Election Season  September 19 | 2 PM ET | $60  Though public charities must remain nonp…

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  Keith Thirion · [email protected]

September 4, 2024 at 1:00 PM

⏰ John, Join the Justice Team Before Time Runs Out! ⏰

For our future!  Dear John,   We cannot allow the specter of Project 2025 to bog us down and paralyze our movement. We can and we must continue to visualize and work towards the future we dream of a true multiracial democracy. You cannot build it unless you can dream it.   DONATE TODAY AFJ dreams o…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

August 30, 2024 at 7:33 PM

State of Justice: August Recap

Your monthly newsletter covering all things state courts. Dear John,  Last month, the Ohio Supreme Court issued one of the most bizarre and confounding opinions the AFJ Action State Courts team has ever seen. In a decision that made national and international headlines and left court watchers confou…

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  Jake Faleschini · [email protected]

August 28, 2024 at 1:30 PM

❗️The Time is Now: Stand with AFJ❗️

Our commitment to justice endures – because of YOU.  Dear John, For over 40 years, Alliance for Justice has remained steadfast in our commitment to promoting ethical standards and diversity in our state and federal courts.   Through triumphs like the confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson an…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

August 22, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Holding the Line: The Battle Over Blue Slips and New Beginnings at AFJ!

As the Senate Judiciary Committee's schedule tightens, the fight for fair hearings intensifies. Plus, exciting changes on the federal courts team!The Push for Blue Slips Ethics, accountability, and court reform continue to be central public conversations, and we must keep the pressure on. As the Sen…

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  Natalie Roetzel Ossenfort  · [email protected]

August 21, 2024 at 1:11 PM

Your Voice, Our Courts: The Power of Advocacy

Empowering advocates to secure justice for all.  Dear John, The decisions we make today will shape our courts and safeguard the rights we cherish for generations to come.  For 45 years, AFJ has championed fair and just courts and empowered organizations to advocate for their causes. Our Bolder Adv…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

August 20, 2024 at 7:47 PM

August Edition of AFJ Insider:

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all.Dear John:   As you may have seen, if you follow us on our social media (if you do not, please do so on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) or receive other emails from AFJ, on August 7, 2024, we celebrated the 45th anniversary of Alliance for Justice’s…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

August 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Join us TOMORROW for Holding Court: The Fear of Too Much Justice

We are excited to invite you to an important discussion, Holding Court: The Fear of Too Much Justice, taking place TOMORROW, August 15 at 2 PM ET. Dear John,  We are excited to invite you to an important discussion, Holding Court: The Fear of Too Much Justice, taking place tomorrow Thursday, August…

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  Keith Thirion · [email protected]

August 14, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Are you on the right side of history?

AFJ is. Join us.  Dear John,  For 45 years, Alliance for Justice has stood on the right side of history, advocating for a fair justice system that upholds progressive values.  We have tirelessly championed judicial integrity, shaping a future where justice reigns and rights are protected. As we cel…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

August 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM

President Biden Announces Support for Court Reform!

PLUS – new judicial nominees and exciting confirmations! The Good News Last week, President Joe Biden announced strong support for critical Supreme Court reforms. We at AFJ have long been calling for reform and we are thrilled to see President Biden join our calls for change.  Getting down to speci…

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  AFJ Team · [email protected]

August 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM

On this day in 1979

45 Years of Justice Begins with You  Dear John,  On this day in 1979, Nan Aron founded the Alliance for Justice to fight back against a growing threat from the far right to roll back decades of progressive advances in the United States. I doubt she could imagine then that the fight would be even har…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

August 5, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Join us for Holding Court: The Fear of Too Much Justice

We are excited to invite you to an important discussion, Holding Court: The Fear of Too Much Justice, taking place on Thursday, August 15 at 2 PM ET. Dear John,  We are excited to invite you to an important discussion, Holding Court: The Fear of Too Much Justice, taking place on Thursday, August …

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

July 31, 2024 at 8:04 PM

State of Justice: July Recap

Your monthly newsletter covering all things state courts. Dear John,  To celebrate brat summer, AFJ Action is bumpin’ that State of Justice 2024 Report because Election Day is less than 100 days away! This year, over 80 seats are up for election across 33 states. Do you know if your state is holdin…

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  Keith Thirion, Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 29, 2024 at 7:35 PM

Join Our Alliance for Justice

Join our Alliance for Justice as a member organization. John, At AFJ, we build power for the progressive movement through trainings and resources on the rules of advocacy, and harness our collective power to transform our courts. From the U.S. Supreme Court to state supreme courts and ballot initia…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 25, 2024 at 7:19 PM

Judicial Phenominees Advance Through the Senate

President Biden posed to endorse major Supreme Court reforms! The Good News The Washington Post recently reported that President Biden is poised to endorse major Supreme Court reforms, including legislation to impose term limits, as well as an enforceable ethics code binding the out-of-control justi…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 23, 2024 at 9:15 PM

July Edition of AFJ Insider:

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all. Dear John:   As you may have learned in last month’s edition of The Insider, I have been a proud member of the AFJ team for nine years. And while I am happy to step into a co-president role with Betsy Miller-Kittredge (see below), my real passio…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 17, 2024 at 2:30 PM

State Courts And You:

Top 6 Things to Know About State Courts Dear John, Did you know that while decisions from the Supreme Court of the United States may dominate the headlines and have a huge impact on the world, the courts that make the most difference in our daily lives are often overlooked: state courts?    I’m Zac…

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  AFJ Team · [email protected]

July 17, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Coincidence? We don't think so.

Delays on appeal is justice delayed and is justice denied.  Dear John,  We are reaching out to you with an urgent call to action regarding the recent ruling by Judge Aileen Cannon in Jack Smith’s classified documents prosecution of former President Trump. Was it merely a coincidence that just days b…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 11, 2024 at 3:31 PM

SCOTUS’s Shocking Finale

PLUS – New Judicial Nominees The Good News On Wednesday, July 3, the Biden Administration announced its 52nd slate of judicial nominees. This slate includes Fourth Circuit nominee Ryan Park, Eastern District of Wisconsin nominee Byron Conway, Eastern District of Pennsylvania nominee Judge Gail Weil…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 8, 2024 at 7:32 PM

TOMORROW - Join us for Holding Court: Unpacking the Supreme Court Term

Please join us TOMORROW, July 9 at 3pm ET for a Supreme Court term wrap-up with Senior Correspondent at Vox and expert on the Supreme Court and Constitution, Ian Millhiser. Dear John,  Please join us tomorrow, July 9 at 3 PM ET for a Supreme Court term wrap-up with Ian Millhiser, Senior Correspond…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

July 3, 2024 at 3:05 PM

Join us for Holding Court: Unpacking the Supreme Court Term

Please join us on Tuesday, July 9 at 3pm ET for a Supreme Court term wrap-up with Senior Correspondent at Vox and expert on the Supreme Court and Constitution, Ian Millhiser. Dear John,  Please join us on Tuesday, July 9 at 3 PM ET for a Supreme Court term wrap up with Ian Millhiser, Senior Corres…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

July 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM

State of Justice: June Recap

Your AFJ Action State of Justice issues will look a little different from now on 👀 Dear John, Welcome to the new State of Justice! In these issues moving forward, you’ll see a snapshot of what AFJ Action’s State Courts team has been monitoring. Preview our content below and click the links to get …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM

A Look At Our July Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings! Upcoming Public WebinarsJuly 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members Public Webinar: The Advantages of 501(c)(4)s  July 11 | 2 PM ET | $60  From 501(c)(4)s' lobbying and election-related activities to campaign finance laws…

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  Timothy McLendon · [email protected]

June 26, 2024 at 5:00 PM

🎉 EVENT ALERT: Last Call for a Night of Legal Brilliance at Stoney's on P! 📚🤓

Sign up for Justice Trivia!! Trivia Night - June 27th, 20246:30 - 8:30 pm at Stoney's on P Street Hello!  Alliance for Justice is hosting our Justice Trivia Night dedicated to all things “courts” tomorrow from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at  Stoney's on P Street NW.   Get ready to litigate with trivia and 2 fre…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 20, 2024 at 9:40 PM

Historic Confirmations, SCOTUS Decisions, Ethics Scandals and More!

201 Article III confirmations down, 30 nominations pending, and 41 vacancies awaiting nominees The Good News Alliance for Justice is delighted by the Senate Judiciary Committee’s — and Senate Democrats’ — progress.   First and foremost, AFJ celebrates today’s movement in the Senate on the candidacy …

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  Timothy McLendon · [email protected]

June 20, 2024 at 8:58 PM

🎉 EVENT ALERT: Just One Week 'Till Justice Trivia Night ⚖️

Sign up for Justice Trivia!! Trivia Night - June 27th, 20246:30 - 8:30 pm at Stoney's on P Street Hope you're as excited as we are!  The Alliance for Justice is thrilled to host a Justice Trivia Night dedicated to all things “courts” at Stoney's on P Street NW next Thursday June 27th from 6:30 – 8:…

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  AFJ Team · [email protected]

June 19, 2024 at 2:30 PM

John , Celebrate Juneteenth with AFJ

Support Juneteenth with AFJ today! You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website or have attended one of our events.  If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please email [email protected] to be removed.  Alliance for Just…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 18, 2024 at 4:07 PM

June Edition of AFJ Insider: It's Not Goodbye...

Rakim's Farewell, New LGBTQ+ State Court Report, SCOTUS Roundup, and More... Dear John:  It’s hard to believe I am writing my final “President's Message” for the monthly all AFJ e-news, The Insider, we launched last year. It is bittersweet.   As you likely know, I will be leaving AFJ in late summer…

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  Maya Lynch · [email protected]

June 13, 2024 at 8:32 PM

🎉 EVENT ALERT: Justice Trivia Night ⚖️

Sign up for Justice Trivia!! June 27th, 20236:30 - 8:30 pm at Stoney's on P StreetHello,   Calling all D.C. based members and staff - get ready to test your knowledge of the courts and unwind with free food and drinks! The Alliance for Justice is hosting a Justice Trivia Night dedicated to all thin…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

June 6, 2024 at 7:24 PM

🚩 Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Samuel Alito Keep the Red Flags Coming 🚩

Between ongoing refusals to report ethical conflicts and recuse where appropriate and new revelations about past transgressions, SCOTUS’s uber-conservative uber-majority continues to imperil the institution’s integrity — even as it prepares to announce rulings in the Term’s biggest cases. The Good N…

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  AFJ Team · [email protected]

June 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM

John, SCOTUS conservatives feel ZERO threat to their power!

If we don’t act, we are only encouraging them to continue their bad behavior.  Dear John,   We’re stunned again. Last week’s revelations that Justice Samuel Alito’s homes (plural) have flown flags (plural) associated with the 2020 election “Stop the Steal” campaign and supporting Christian nationa…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 8:32 PM

State of Justice: May Issue

A monthly newsletter on all things state supreme courts and how AFJ Action is impacting them. Dear John,  As you know, our justice system thrives when diverse perspectives and experiences are included. Studies show that our courts function better when our benches are as diverse as the populations …

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 29, 2024 at 4:00 PM

A Look At Our June Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings! Upcoming Public WebinarsJune 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members Public Webinar: How 501(c)(3)s Can Educate and Advocate During Election Season  June 12 | 2 PM ET | $60  Though public charities must remain nonpartisan,…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Join us for Holding Court: The Originalism Trap

Please join us next Tuesday, June 4 at 3pm ET for a conversation with esteemed attorney, columnist, professor, and author, Madiba K. Dennie. Dear John,  Please join us next Tuesday, June 4 at 3 PM ET for a conversation with Madiba K. Dennie, esteemed attorney, columnist, professor, and author of th…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

May 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM

LAST CHANCE TO TAKE ACTION: Justice Alito Must Recuse!

Take action NOW: Join us in calling for Justice Alito's recusal and for Congress to hold the Court accountable. Take Action: Justice Alito Must Recuse!Dear John,   Public trust in the Supreme Court is already at an all-time low and recently The New York Times has reported that in the wake of the Jan…

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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]

May 24, 2024 at 8:47 PM

TAKE ACTION: Justice Alito Must Recuse!

It’s time to take action: Join us in calling for Justice Alito's recusal and for Congress to hold the Court accountable. Take Action: Justice Alito Must Recuse!Dear John,   Public trust in the Supreme Court is already at an all-time low and recently The New York Times has reported that in the wake o…

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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]

May 23, 2024 at 8:32 PM

200 Confirmations and Counting!

It’s all happening. The Good News On Wednesday, the Biden Administration hit 200 lifetime judicial confirmations that includes an amazing amount of diversity!  We thank Senators Durbin and Schumer and the Judiciary Committee for their work in prioritizing the importance of judicial nominations an…

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