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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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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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  AFJ Team · [email protected]
May 23, 2024 at 7:31 PM

URGENT: Support AFJ in Demanding SCOTUS Recusals!

Join the urgent call to support AFJ and demand SCOTUS accountability now! Dear John,  Since the events of January 6th, troubling conflicts of interest involving Justices Alito and Thomas have surfaced, shedding light on the urgent need for judicial accountability. By aligning with AFJ and donating t…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
May 21, 2024 at 7:47 PM

Join us for Holding Court: The Originalism Trap

Please join us on Tuesday, June 4 at 3pm ET for a conversation with esteemed attorney, columnist, professor, and author, Madiba K. Dennie. Dear John,  Please join us on Tuesday, June 4 at 3 PM ET for a conversation with Madiba K. Dennie, esteemed attorney, columnist, professor, and author of the ne…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
May 14, 2024 at 8:04 PM

May Edition of AFJ Insider:

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all. Dear John:  Last week, the Center for Judicial Renewal, a coalition of extreme right, ethno-religious groups promoted a list of potential Supreme Court nominees they’ve given a “green rating.” The list is what you would expect.    AFJ researched…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
May 10, 2024 at 4:41 PM

SCOTUS Term Creeps to a Close

Decisions loom in blockbuster cases as the Senate drags its heels on critical nominations. The Good News President Biden announced his forty-ninth slate of judicial nominees on Wednesday.   Alliance for Justice is pleased to support the nomination of Judge Joseph E. Saporito, a former public defen…
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
May 8, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Join us TOMORROW for Gavel In: Democracy on the Docket in North Carolina

Last chance to RSVP! Join us for a conversation about the increasing importance of state supreme courts across the country.Dear John,  Please join us on Thursday, May 9 at 2 PM ET for Gavel In: Democracy on the Docket in North Carolina.   This event will feature North Carolina Supreme Court Justices…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
May 8, 2024 at 5:02 PM

ATTENTION ADVOCATES: The Connection's Newest Updates Deliver Crucial Canvassing Insights!

Check it out now.  Earlier this year, we released the 5th Edition of The Connection, Bolder Advocacy’s guide to creating and operating 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, and Political Organizations. Since that time, exciting developments have emerged, impacting the work of some organizations engaging in field …
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
May 2, 2024 at 8:17 PM

RSVP for Gavel In: Democracy on the Docket in North Carolina

Join us for a conversation about the increasing importance of state supreme courts across the country.Dear John,  Please join us on Thursday, May 9 at 2 PM ET for Gavel In: Democracy on the Docket in North Carolina.   This event will feature North Carolina Supreme Court Justices Anita Earls and Alli…
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
May 1, 2024 at 8:31 PM

State of Justice: April Issue

A biweekly newsletter on all things state supreme courts and how AFJ Action is impacting them. Dear John,  Please join AFJ Action and North Carolina Supreme Court Justices Anita Earls and Allison Riggs for Gavel In: Democracy on the Docket in North Carolina on Thursday, May 9 at 2pm Eastern.  The …
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
May 1, 2024 at 2:30 PM

A Look At Our May Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings! Upcoming Public WebinarsMay 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members Public Webinar: How Your 501(c)(3) Can Influence Policy for the Greater Good?  May 7 | 2 PM ET | $60 After this workshop, you will have a clear understandi…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
April 26, 2024 at 3:02 PM

A Supremely Busy Week!

Will a case a day keep the critics away? A Packed Week at 1 First St NE   This week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in numerous blockbuster cases: City of Grants Pass, Starbucks Corp. v. McKinney, Idaho v. United States, and Trump v. United States.   Monday brought oral arguments in City o…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
April 16, 2024 at 4:30 PM

April Edition of AFJ Insider:

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all. Dear John:   By now you have learned that I will be ending my tenure as president of the Alliance for Justice and the Alliance for Justice Action Campaign in order to assume a leadership role at the JPB Foundation. Serving and leading this organ…
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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]
April 15, 2024 at 7:21 PM

Make a plan for your future, John

A new resource to create a free will and legacy with Alliance for Justice Dear John,  For almost five decades, Alliance for Justice has been fighting for a just and equitable future — for ALL. We believe a judicial system representative of all its constituents combined with a strong alliance of pro…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
April 12, 2024 at 9:17 PM

New Leadership Announcement from Alliance for Justice

Some news on an upcoming transition.John, Today, AFJ’s Board of Directors announced that our President, Rakim H.D. Brooks, will be leaving in the coming months to assume an exciting new role as Senior Vice President of Risk and Legal Strategies for the JPB Foundation. Our long-time movement leaders …
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  Rakim Brooks · [email protected]
April 8, 2024 at 8:47 PM

A new giving resource from the Alliance for Justice

Discover a free tool to safeguard your loved ones and make an impact. Dear John,  Alliance for Justice has been fighting for our democracy for 45 years. And we will stay in the fight, for as long as necessary, to safeguard the advances and defend against the setbacks of the progressive movement. To…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
April 4, 2024 at 8:54 PM

Urgent: The Battle for Adeel Mangi's Confirmation

Pushing back on Islamophobic attacks on a stellar nominee The Good News The Biden Administration has released its 47th slate of judicial nominees! Of the five nominated, three are women, two are people of color, one is a sitting judge already, and two, including a movement lawyer, are professional…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 28, 2024 at 2:30 PM

A Look At Our April Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings! Upcoming Public WebinarsApril 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members Public Webinar: How Your 501(c)(3)s Can Educate and Advocate During Election Season  April 11 | 2 PM ET | $60  After this session, you will have a better…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 22, 2024 at 4:44 PM

🎉🎉 Nicole Berner Confirmed 🎉🎉 // 🎉🎉 Feel the Bern[er]! 🎉🎉

Labor lawyer and repro justice warrior Nicole Berner becomes the Fourth Circuit’s first openly LGBTQ+ Judge. The Very Good News Labor lawyer and phenominee Nicole Berner was confirmed to the Fourth Circuit this week by a vote of 50 to 47. With legal experience spanning from labor law to reproducti…
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
March 21, 2024 at 5:30 PM

State of Justice: March Issue 1

A biweekly newsletter on all things state supreme courts and how AFJ Action is impacting them. Dear John,  Multiple state supreme courts heard cases impacting reproductive freedom in the first days of Women’s History Month, showcasing the monumental impact state courts continue to exert on the righ…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 19, 2024 at 2:30 PM

March Edition of AFJ Insider: Springing Forward in Democracy

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all. Dear John:  Spring has sprung in DC, and around the country. Despite a fierce desire to be outdoors, AFJ is buckling down and working harder than ever! In the last few weeks, we have launched (or relaunched!) numerous efforts which I am excited …
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM

Exciting Updates for Nonprofit Advocates & Grassroots Allies!

Grab Your Copy of The Connection Now & Tune in to Our 100th Podcast Episode with Vu Le Alliance for Justice’s Bolder Advocacy team is excited AF to announce two new resources available now for our favorite nonprofit advocates and grassroots allies.   Our 100th episode of the Rules of the Game Po…
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
March 8, 2024 at 7:39 PM

State of Justice: February Recap

A biweekly newsletter on all things state supreme courts and how AFJ Action is impacting them. Dear John,  This week, the United States Supreme Court released its opinion in Trump v. Anderson, the case that asked the Court to overturn the Colorado Supreme Court’s unprecedented decision to bar forme…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 9:11 PM

Judicial Waves: Progress and Priorities in the Courts

As we head into spring, we are upping the urgency to #FillEverySeat. As we head into spring, we are upping the urgency to #FillEverySeat. While the Biden administration has made historic progress in nominating outstanding jurists who expand the diversity and legal backgrounds represented on the ben…
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
March 6, 2024 at 8:58 PM

TAKE ACTION: The Supreme Court needs term limits!

It’s time to take action, sign on to support Supreme Court term limits! Take Action: The Supreme Court Needs Term Limits Dear John,   Across the political spectrum, there’s increasing agreement on the need for Supreme Court term limits to maintain a balanced, dynamic Court that mirrors America's …
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 5, 2024 at 5:00 PM

A Look At Our March Public Webinars!

Join Bolder Advocacy and other nonprofits across the country for our trainings! Upcoming Public WebinarsMarch 2024 | Online | $60 for Non-Members Public Webinar: How Your 501(c)(3) Can Influence Policy for the Greater Good  March 21 | 2 PM ET | $60  After this workshop, you will have a clear underst…
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  AFJ Action Campaign · [email protected]
March 4, 2024 at 9:36 PM

TAKE ACTION: Protect the Abortion Pill

It’s time to take action: Sign on to protect access to mifepristone! Take Action: Protect the Abortion PillDear John,   In April 2023, in the worst federal abortion ruling since Roe was overturned, Trump appointee Matthew Kacsmaryk, District Court Judge for the Northern District of Texas, revoked…
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  AFJ Team · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 7:30 PM

It's Time to Send Justice Thomas Packing!

And not on another lavish ultra-rich funded vacation.Dear John, If you're a recent watcher of “Last Week Tonight,” you may have seen host John Oliver outline the lavish lifestyle SCOTUS Justice Clarence Thomas has been enjoying – largely funded by wealthy benefactors. But at the expense of the natio…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 3:30 PM

A 46th Slate from the 46th President

New judicial nominees, a new AFJ podcast, and a timely Holding Court—oh, my!   Last week, Alliance for Justice President Rakim Brooks launched a Newsweek podcast — For Justice! The first episode is available on Apple and Amazon’s ART19 — and everywhere else you get your podcasts—as well as in essay…
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February 19, 2024 at 5:00 PM

February Edition of AFJ Insider: Courting Change

All things justice, nonprofits, and equality for all. Hi John, This week, AFJ is dropping its Courting Change: 2023 Momentum for Movement Law report. This report shares both the highlights and challenges of last year, where we saw great strides in the breadth of qualified individuals who were co…
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  Alliance for Justice · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 7:33 PM

5 DAYS AWAY! Holding Court: Black Grief/White Grievance

Join us on February 21 for the latest in AFJ's Holding Court series. Register to Attend the Event Here  Please join us on Wednesday, February 21 at 3pm ET for a conversation with Dr. Juliet Hooker, Royce Family Professor of Teaching Excellence in Political Science at Brown University and author of t…
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