By: Mandy Martin In recent years, the issue of prison violence has gained significant traction. In large part this comes from media attention surrounding high-profile cases involving public figures. Former USA Gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar, imprisoned for molesting young female athletes under his professional medical care and for possession of child pornography, was stabbed multiple […]
By: Elena LaCorte Abortion rights have become an issue at the forefront of the American psyche since the Supreme Court’s overturning of federal abortion protections in June 2022.[1] Since Dobbs was decided, and trigger laws went into effect, Americans have seen a torrent of dismal headlines: 65,000 people living in states with abortion bans, varying […]
By: Kennedy Byrd Hair discrimination, particularly against Black individuals, has been a longstanding issue plaguing workplaces and educational institutions across the United States. In response to this pervasive form of bias, various states have enacted the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act, aiming to prohibit race-based hair discrimination.[1] However, in […]
By: Jacob Bruner A commonly misunderstood aspect of criminal law is ensuring Constitutional protections remain intact for all citizens, with heightened focus importance on those concerning police conduct and law enforcement investigations. This is especially true with regards to the Fourth Amendment and the protections that it provides citizens and inhabitants from unreasonable searches and […]
