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In the News – Germany’s Laws on Hate Speech, Nazi Propaganda & Holocaust Denial: An Explainer
In the NewsLaw professor Robert Kahn is quoted as an expert in an article by PBS Frontline on German hate speech in an article about hate speech and Nazi propaganda in Germany.
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In the News – A grandmother didn’t answer her phone during a class in Baltimore. She was sent back to prison.
In the NewsLaw professor Mark Osler shares his thoughts with The Washington Post on the mandatory minimum sentences within the justice system and how that influences offenders of more minimal charges. -
In the News – Legal experts share predictions for Chauvin sentencing
In the NewsAs a judge sentenced former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd in Hennepin County court, news outlets turned to law professors Rachel Moran, Rachel Paulose and Mark Osler. -
In the News – Professor Rachel Paulose with Jordana and Jason
In the NewsLaw professor Rachel Paulose is interviewed on WCCO Radio. She discusses the legal opinion behind the release of Bill Cosby from prison. -
In the News – Repudiating Roe (Part II): The Pernicious Doctrine of Stare Decisis
In the NewsLaw professor Michael Stokes Paulsen wrote a two-part series for Public Disclosure about Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which he says is the most important abortion case to reach the Supreme Court in nearly 30 years. -
In the News – Virtuous Leisure
In the NewsCenter for Catholic Studies Director Michael J. Naughton's book is quoted in an article by the Townhall on how to effectively take breaks and relax in daily life. Read More -
In the News – Closure on the 2020 election
In the NewsLaw school Dean Robert Vischer wrote for Mirror of Justice about three recent events and their importance in bringing closure and legitimacy to the 2020 presidential election. -
In the News – The communion debate: Why the Catholic church is in it
In the NewsChair of the Theology Department Kimberly Vrudny discusses with Kare 11 News President Joe Biden receiving communion, despite objections from Catholic leaders who take issue with his pro-choice position. -
In the News – Near-Vacant Sentencing Panel Gives Biden Chance for Fresh Start
In the NewsLaw professor Mark Osler commented for Bloomberg Law on the large number of vacancies on the U.S. Sentencing Commission and the opportunity it presents for criminal justice reform. -
In the News – What to do about Ron DeSantis and the GOP’s (literal) demonization of the left
In the NewsLaw school Dean Robert Vischer discusses changes in religious rhetoric used by politicians.