Ingrid Burke Friedman

Missouri carried out the execution on Tuesday of a man whose capital conviction had been marred by controversy over insufficient evidence, compromised witness testimony, and racial discrimination.

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The opening days of the Russian invasion of Ukraine triggered a fierce and inspiring response by ordinary Ukrainians. They joined together in a mass uprising to defend their homeland. Under internatio...

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“For by Wise Counsel, Thou Shalt Make Thy War.” Proverbs 24.6 For mostly good reason, policy discussions of Israel’s nuclear strategy and doctrine have been intentionally vague and without evident nua...

The Texas Supreme Court on Thursday temporarily halted the execution of Robert Roberson, who was scheduled to be put to death that evening for the 2002 death of his two-year-old daughter.

The rule of law has long been considered a cornerstone of American democracy, safeguarding individual rights, ensuring justice, and regulating the conduct of public officials within a framework of established laws. However, a troubling trend has emerged in recent years — a significant erosion of respect for this foundational principle. This decline is evidenced through the candidacy of individuals previously convicted of felonies, a federal judiciary that appears increasingly deferential to political whims, and a Supreme Court that seems to distance itself from its constitutional responsibilities. Additionally, the actions (or inactions) of the House of Representatives signal a willingness to compromise constitutional duties, hinting at a disturbing acquiescence to potential tyranny exemplified by figures such as Donald J. Trump. Additionally, state bar associations need to be vigilant and advocate to their various clients, counties, and state legislatures the criticality of maintaining the rule of law. The silence of the bar associations is deafening!

In the early morning hours Wednesday, following a historically contentious presidential election, Donald Trump announced his victory before a crowd of supporters in Florida, and vowed to “seal up” the US borders to ensure immigrants are only able to enter the country legally.

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For too long, this country’s criminal legal system has perpetuated violence, brutality, and murder, with Black people bearing the brunt. While methods may change, the underlying outcomes remain the sa...