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Mifepristone is the first (and extremely safe) in two medications that people will take during a medication abortion—and access to it is under blatant attack in the courts. Dr. Ushma Upadhyay, Public Health Scientist based at University of California San Francisco, and Julia Kaye, Senior Staff Attorney with the ACLU's Reproductive Freedom Project, sit down to talk with us about recent anti-abortion propaganda and how it could be used to shape the FDA's regulations of medication abortion.A past case, Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. FDA, was brought by anti-abortion groups to a federal judge in Texas known to have a hostile record against abortion with the goal of challenging the FDA's mifepristone regulations. The Supreme Court ruled that these groups could not challenge the regulations in June 2024. Anti-abortion Attorneys General of Missouri, Kansas, and Idaho are now attempting to revive this litigation, called Missouri v. FDA. Meanwhile, a new report from a Project 2025-backed organization falsely states that 11% of people who have a medication abortion have a serious adverse event. Sec. Kennedy has cited this report as a basis for conducting a “complete review” of the FDA's mifepristone regulations. For more information, check out Boom! Lawyered: https://rewirenewsgroup.com/boom-lawyered/ Support the showFollow Us on Social: Twitter: @rePROsFightBack Instagram: @reprosfbFacebook: rePROs Fight Back Bluesky: @reprosfightback.bsky.social Email us: jennie@reprosfightback.comRate and Review on Apple PodcastThanks for listening & keep fighting back!

(Airdate 4/9/25) Melissa Camacho is a Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU of Southern California. The ACLU is part of a coalition of organizations focused on closing LA Men's Central Jail - Justice LA.https://justicelanow.org/https://kbla1580.com/

Claudia Center is a leading disability rights attorney dedicated to advancing civil rights through litigation, policy, and advocacy. She previously served as a Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU and directed the disability rights program at Legal Aid at Work. She played a key role in expanding protections under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and argued US Airways, Inc. v. Barnett before the U.S. Supreme Court. A recipient of the Paul G. Hearne Award, she has taught disability law at Berkeley and Hastings. A Berkeley Law graduate, she also worked with NARAL and held a Women's Law Fellowship.Claudia Center is a leading disability rights attorney dedicated to advancing civil rights through litigation, policy, and advocacy. She previously served as a Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU and directed the disability rights program at Legal Aid at Work. She played a key role in expanding protections under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and argued US Airways, Inc. v. Barnett before the U.S. Supreme Court. A recipient of the Paul G. Hearne Award, she has taught disability law at Berkeley and Hastings. A Berkeley Law graduate, she also worked with NARAL and held a Women's Law Fellowship.

In January, communities in Los Angeles were devastated by wildfires, permanently displacing thousands and destroying property and lives. Prior to the fires, thousands of L.A. residents in fire-prone areas were dropped from their insurance, leaving them with no protection or safety net. After losing their homes, their businesses, and their schools, they were left with the harsh reality of picking up the pieces. In this episode, Craig is joined by Hannah Perls, Senior Staff Attorney with the Harvard Environmental & Energy Law Program (EELP), as they take a look at the aftermath of the L.A. fires. Craig and Hannah discuss disaster preparedness and response, insurance recovery after big disasters like the fires, and next steps for those impacted by the fires. Listen to our previous episodes about other California wildfires: 2018 Episode with Dan Wade, Tiela Chalmers and Michael Hart 2007 Episode with Mark C. Zebrowski, Katherine L. Parker and Dan Hull Mentioned in This Episode: It's Always Fire Season Now -Harvard Law Today Neighborhood Legal Services of L.A. County (NLSLA) Is California Becoming Uninsurable?

In January, communities in Los Angeles were devastated by wildfires, permanently displacing thousands and destroying property and lives. Prior to the fires, thousands of L.A. residents in fire-prone areas were dropped from their insurance, leaving them with no protection or safety net. After losing their homes, their businesses, and their schools, they were left with the harsh reality of picking up the pieces. In this episode, Craig is joined by Hannah Perls, Senior Staff Attorney with the Harvard Environmental & Energy Law Program (EELP), as they take a look at the aftermath of the L.A. fires. Craig and Hannah discuss disaster preparedness and response, insurance recovery after big disasters like the fires, and next steps for those impacted by the fires. Listen to our previous episodes about other California wildfires: 2018 Episode with Dan Wade, Tiela Chalmers and Michael Hart 2007 Episode with Mark C. Zebrowski, Katherine L. Parker and Dan Hull Mentioned in This Episode: It's Always Fire Season Now -Harvard Law Today Neighborhood Legal Services of L.A. County (NLSLA) Is California Becoming Uninsurable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hunter spoke with Ann Block and Nithya Nathan-Pineau from the Immigrant Resource Legal Center to discuss the newest immigration related legislation, executive orders, and policies coming from the Trump administration. Starting with the Laken Riley act, Hunter, Ann, and Nithya walk through the ways in which the criminal and immigration legal systems are fusing together to target immigrants around the country.   Guest Ann Block, Senior Staff Attorney, Immigrant Resource Legal Center Nithya Nathan-Pineau, Policy Attorney and Strategist, Immigrant Resource Legal Center   Resources: Contact IRLC https://www.ilrc.org/ https://x.com/the_ilrc https://www.facebook.com/immigrantlegalresourcecenter https://www.linkedin.com/company/immigrant-legal-resource-center https://www.instagram.com/the_ilrc?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D https://www.tiktok.com/@the_ilrct=8mP0a8dAdtT&r=1 Laken Riley Act https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/5 https://www.ilrc.org/resources/laken-riley-act-juvenile-delinquency https://apnews.com/article/what-is-laken-riley-act-trump-immigration-2667d626139ddf5a16d1533516eab18f https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Laken_Riley At Around 1Hour and 7 minutes, Hunter spoke about the motivations of Eric Adams to support Trump's immigration policy. At the time of the record, Eric Adams was still facing a criminal charge. As of Feb 10, the charges against Eric Adams were dropped. In the memo to drop the charges, DOJ officials brought up that the charges needed to be dropped so Eric Adams wouldn't be restricted in solving immigration in NYC. https://apnews.com/article/eric-adams-indictment-109ef48bd49bc8adc1850709c99bf666 https://www.reuters.com/legal/justice-department-seeks-dismissal-charges-against-new-york-mayor-ny-times-says-2025-02-10/ https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/justice-department-moves-drop-case-new-york-city/story?id=118672417 (Dismissal Letter Found Here) Original Charges https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/new-york-city-mayor-eric-adams-charged-bribery-and-campaign-finance-offenses   People being Sent to GTMO https://www.cbsnews.com/news/guantanamo-bay-migrants-trump/ https://migrantinsider.com/p/air-jordan-tattoo-prompts-ice-to    Contact Hunter Parnell:                                 Publicdefenseless@gmail.com  Instagram @PublicDefenselessPodcast Twitter                                                                 @PDefenselessPod www.publicdefenseless.com  Subscribe to the Patron www.patreon.com/PublicDefenselessPodcast  Donate on PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=5KW7WMJWEXTAJ Donate on Stripe https://donate.stripe.com/7sI01tb2v3dwaM8cMN Trying to find a specific part of an episode? Use this link to search transcripts of every episode of the show! https://app.reduct.video/o/eca54fbf9f/p/d543070e6a/share/c34e85194394723d4131/home

00:08 Rwanda at war in the DRC: the fall of Goma Zachariah Mampilly is the Marxe Endowed Chair of International Affairs at the CUNY Marxe School of Public and International Affairs, where he is also the Co-Founder of the Program on African Social Research. 00:36 Immigration raids and your rights  Jehan Laner is Senior Staff Attorney at Immigrant Legal Resource Center. Resources mentioned during this interview:  California Collaborative for Immigrant Justice list of rapid response network phone numbers (this list at this link is continually updated as new hotlines become operational) The post War in the DRC; ICE in the USA appeared first on KPFA.

Season 5: Episode 203In this episode of North American Ag Spotlight, host Chrissy Wozniak is joined by Rusty Rumley, Senior Staff Attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center, to explore the shifting landscape of agricultural policy under the new administration.They discuss the recent election outcomes, highlighting the Republican control of both chambers of Congress and the White House, and speculate on what this might mean for agricultural legislation, particularly the Farm Bill. Rusty provides insights into the complexities of passing a Farm Bill with a narrow majority, the potential use of the Congressional Review Act to repeal recent regulations, and the significant changes brought by the end of the Chevron deference, which could require clearer directives from Congress on policy. The conversation also delves into how budget reconciliation could impact nutrition programs in the Farm Bill, emphasizing the critical balance between SNAP benefits and agricultural support. Additionally, they touch on the ongoing debates regarding foreign ownership of U.S. farmland, with specific attention to state-level actions and potential federal policy adjustments. Rusty looks to the future with cautious optimism, suggesting that while significant changes might be limited, there could be beneficial tweaks ensuring more stability in agricultural policy. The episode wraps up with Rusty explaining the role of the National Agricultural Law Center as a neutral source of legal information for the ag community, encouraging listeners to engage with their resources. For more in-depth analysis, subscribe to the National Agricultural Law Center's updates at https://nationalaglawcenter.org/category/the-feed/ and follow North American Ag Spotlight on any podcast platform and video channels like Rumble and Telegram.#agpolicy #farming #agricultureNorth American Ag is devoted to highlighting the people & companies in agriculture who impact our industry and help feed the world. Subscribe at https://northamericanag.comWant to hear the stories of the ag brands you love and the ag brands you love to hate? Hear them at https://whatcolorisyourtractor.comDon't just thank a farmer, pray for one too!Send us a textReady to experience the next generation of precision agriculture? Discover innovative ways to save on labor, cut chemical use, and boost your yields with the Ecorobotix ARA Ultra-High Precision Sprayer! Visit Ecorobotix at the World Ag Expo, February 11th through 13th! Or visit ecorobotix.com/topten to learn more! Experience over 400 exhibitors, showcasing cutting-edge solutions for beef, dairy, crop management, and more. This year's show features new products, like advanced harvest tracking tools, compact tractors, and cattle health innovations.Don't miss the refreshed forestry seminars. Learn about carbon programs and silvopasturing. Plus, get tips from consulting foresters to maximize your land's potential.Join us this February in Syracuse! Learn more at NewYorkFarmShow.com.Subscribe to North American Ag at https://northamericanag.com

In a live conversation on January 10, Lawfare Tarbell Fellow in Artificial Intelligence Kevin Frazier talked to Lawfare Senior Editor Alan Rozenshtein and Senior Staff Attorney at the Knight Institute Ramya Krishnan about the Supreme Court oral arguments over the legislation passed by Congress that bans TikTok unless its parent company ByteDance divests from the app, the arguments made by the different sides, and their predictions about how the Court might rule.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NYC Special Education Attorney Adam Dayan is joined by Nelson Mar, Senior Staff Attorney at Bronx Legal Services, to discuss Healing Centered Practices and the importance of emphasizing the strengths of individuals recovering from trauma. Nelson, who served as the lead attorney in a landmark lawsuit challenging the NYC public school system's practice of sending students to hospital emergency rooms for disruptive behavior, shares his current work focused on creating safer, more supportive schools through trauma-informed practices and better access to mental health services.

Send us a textPreventative legal advocacy is reshaping the future of child welfare, and Emily Cook is at the forefront. As a Senior Staff Attorney at the Barton Child Law and Policy Center, Emilie Cook shares her journey from traditional legal practice to becoming a champion for systemic change. This episode explores how neglect, often rooted in poverty, not abuse, constitutes a significant issue within the child welfare system. We unpack the racial disparities faced by marginalized communities and how preventive measures can address these injustices by offering legal support early on, tackling social determinants of health, and redefining systemic approaches for a more equitable future.We discuss the effectiveness of the current child welfare system, highlighting the unnecessary trauma caused by child-parent separations. Emily shares insights into the barriers families face, such as housing and resource instability, that can perpetuate involvement in the system. Our discussion is a call to action for community and nonprofit leaders to embrace community-based solutions, fostering resilience and stability rather than perpetuating cycles of trauma and poverty. Emilie's work in Georgia and around the country exemplifies the power of collaboration, as she builds networks to advance preventative advocacy and support families before they reach crisis points.Emilie's transformative work isn't just theoretical; it's a practical approach to reimagining support systems that serve families better. We explore her efforts in creating a learning cohort dedicated to preventive legal advocacy and discuss the importance of evaluating program outcomes to secure sustainable funding. With a focus on effectiveness, Emily's initiatives demonstrate how legal interventions can address systemic issues like housing instability, proving that change is not only necessary but also achievable. Join us for an episode rich with insights and strategies that challenge the status quo and advocate for a more just and supportive child welfare system.Guest BioEmilie Cook is Senior Staff Attorney at the Barton Child Law & Policy Center at Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia, where she works on projects to promote and protect the legal interests of children involved with the child welfare, juvenile court, and juvenile justice systems. Through her work in the preventive legal advocacy space, Emilie works with interdisciplinary legal teams and advocates across the country to promote and support the provision of high-quality legal advocacy and upstream support services designed to address thesocial determinants of health and protect against the effects of poverty, systemic racism, and other forms of discriminatioLike what you heard? Please like and share wherever you get your podcasts! Connect with Ann: Community Evaluation Solutions How Ann can help: · Support the evaluation capacity of your coalition or community-based organization. · Help you create a strategic plan that doesn't stress you and your group out, doesn't take all year to design, and is actionable. · Engage your group in equitable discussions about difficult conversations. · Facilitate a workshop to plan for action and get your group moving. · Create a workshop that energizes and excites your group for action. · Speak at your conference or event. Have a question or want to know more? Book a call with Ann .Be sure and check out our updated resource page! Let us know what was helpful. Music by Zach Price: Zachpricet@gmail.com

Erin Nguyen Neff You may be fortunate enough to live somewhere where strong advocacy by tenant groups has taken away a landlord's ability to throw you out of your home for any reason whatsoever.  It's called “Just Cause Protection.” Sonoma County and Antioch recently adopted Just Cause ordinances and Alameda County has had Just Cause protection for many years. But, even with this protection, evictions still happen. Someday you may be the person who wakes up to a three-day eviction notice tacked to your door. If that happens, we want you to be prepared. That's why, today, we're covering the procedure known as an Unlawful Detainer. That's another piece of paper that may land on your door. This one offers you a day in court after you get a 3-day eviction notice. Our guest, Erin Neff, is an expert in these court hearings. They have defended families at risk of eviction from some of the worst landlords in New York City. They are an experienced attorney in housing law in support of the disability community, and they work for the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, known as DREDF. Erin Neff will explain what it means for a person with a disability to have their day in court. And, we'll also spend some time exploring the legal situation for someone with a Section 8 voucher. This program is hosted and produced by Eddie Ytuarte. More about Erin Nguyen Neff: As a Senior Staff Attorney at DREDF, Erin Nguyen Neff primarily focuses on civil rights cases, impact litigation, and policy advocacy for people with disabilities. They began their career as a tenant lawyer for the Legal Aid Society in Brooklyn. Erin has also worked at California Rural Legal Assistance and the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley, where she was the Lead Policy Attorney for their Housing Program. With housing rights and policy as a predominant focus throughout Erin's career, they believe housing is a human right – and the decommodification of housing is necessary to uphold that right. They completed their undergraduate degree in psychology at George Mason University and their law degree at the American University, Washington College of Law, where they were an editor for the Journal of Gender, Social Policy, and the Law. Erin is licensed to practice law in both the state of New York and California. The post Eviction: Your Day in Court – Pushing Limits – November 15, 2024 appeared first on KPFA.

Very few people know what it is like to be in the infamous US detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, but our 3 guests for this episode have all had first hand experience.For one of them, it was as a detainee. Mansoor Adayfi was held, interrogated and tortured at Guantanamo for over 14 years. For Pardiss Kebriaei, it was as an attorney. Pardiss is a Senior Staff Attorney at the Center for Constitutional Rights, and has worked with Guantanamo detainees since 2007. Finally, for Karen Greenberg, it was as an historian. Karen is Director of the Center on National Security at Fordham Law, and author of a number of books, including 'The Least Worst Place: Guantanamo's First 100 Days'.So how did Guantanamo Bay become the locus of a detention centre? How did nearly 800 people come to be detained there? And how has it changed over time? Don finds out.Mansoor's books include 'Don't Forget Us Here' and the audiobook 'Letters from Guantanamo', available on audible.Produced by Sophie Gee. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for $1 per month for 3 months with code AMERICANHISTORY sign up at https://historyhit.com/subscription/ You can take part in our listener survey here.

Jane Bambauer, Professor at Levin College of Law; Ramya Krishnan, Senior Staff Attorney at the Knight First Amendment Institute and a lecturer in law at Columbia Law School; Alan Rozenshtein, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota Law School and a Senior Editor at Lawfare, join Kevin Frazier, Assistant Professor at St. Thomas University College of Law and a Tarbell Fellow at Lawfare, to break down the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals' hearing in TikTok v. Garland, in which a panel of judges assessed the constitutionality of the TikTok bill.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/c/trumptrials.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Dr. Nina Weiler-Harwell, Associate Director of Advocacy & Community Engagement with AARP California, and Tony Chicotel, Senior Staff Attorney with California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR). Nina and Tony join Dr. Gordon to provide an update on nursing homes in California. Together they discuss concerns and opportunities for improvements for nursing homes, new state nursing home legislation that CANHR is focused on, how listeners can help advocate for better nursing home laws and regulations, and more. Listen in for another informative episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California. Follow UsTwitter @AARPCAFacebook @aarpcaliforniaInstagram @aarpcaPresented by AARP Californiawww.AARP.org/CAwww.AARP.org/Caregivingwww.AARP.org/getinvolved

Immigration adjudications regularly use information from the criminal legal system to justify a discretionary denial of relief or benefits, even when charges have been dismissed. This practice faces little scrutiny due to the assumption that adjudicators are merely importing facts already found by the criminal system. But what if this practice actually constitutes “hidden factfinding”? Sarah Vendzules, a Senior Staff Attorney at the Office of the Appellate Defender in New York City, uncovers this hidden factfinding and offers a framework that could rein it in. Author: Sarah Vendzules, Senior Staff Attorney, Office of the Appellate Defender Host: Peter Mason (Volume 113 Podcast Editor) Script: Peter Mason (Volume 113 Podcast Editor) Technology Editors: Sandeep Stanley (Volume 113 Senior Technology Editor), Emily C. Welsch (Volume 113 Technology Editor) Soundtrack: Composed and performed by Carter Jansen (Volume 110 Technology Editor)

Today's conversation is an important one, but may be triggering for some. Guard your heart and be gentle with yourself as you listen.    Rhonda sits down with Attorney Allison Mahoney to discuss abuse including: coercive control, sexual abuse and cyber sexural abuse. Here are some things they cover:   Learn the various types of abuse. What is cyber image based abuse? Set realistic expectations. What steps can you take? Find an advocate and build your team! About today's guest:   Allison Mahoney founded ALM Law in December 2022. They represent survivors of abuse, helping them to share their stories, find justice, and regain control of their lives.  Their clients are survivors of sexual abuse, cyber sexual abuse, and domestic violence as well as children harmed while in the custody of child welfare systems.   Allison has represented survivors for over a decade. She was previously a Senior Staff Attorney and the Interim Deputy Director at A Better Childhood, a nonprofit that investigates foster care systems across the country and files civil rights class action lawsuits on behalf of children. Prior to ABC, Allison was the Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Project Attorney at Lawyers for Children, where she represented children in foster care in Manhattan.   Allison is licensed in New York, Colorado, Illinois, and the District of Columbia. She's on the Board of Directors at Response, a nonprofit that works with survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in Colorado, and YouthZone, a Colorado diversion and advocacy program. Connect with Allison:   Website https://almlawllc.com/ Social Media   Instagram.com/almlawllc/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/alm-law/ Your host is Rhonda Noordyk, CDFA®, CEO of The Women's Financial Wellness Center   Rhonda has dedicated her career to being an advocate for women and educating them on how financial strategies can impact their personal and professional success. Her work has shown women going through a divorce how to have a voice, be assertive, get results, be driven, and move forward with confidence.    For Rhonda and her company, the Women's Financial Wellness Center, helping women isn't just about running the numbers. It's about asking the right questions, demystifying myths and biases around finances, and helping women walk in their power. Rhonda is passionate about helping her clients navigate a broken system and level the playing field so they can achieve success—pre, during, and post-divorce.   

The Supreme Court will soon decide on a case surrounding a medication used for abortion, mifepristone, and whether the drug should continue to be available based on claims of safety and ethical considerations. Those in favor of restrictions argue that the FDA fast-tracked its approval without considering health impacts. Those against restriction argue the FDA made its decisions based on safety and efficiency, and it's being targeted to further infringe on women's rights. Now we debate: Should the Courts Restrict Access to the Abortion Pill?   Petitioner: Julia Kaye, Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU Reproductive Freedom Project   Respondent: Catherine Glenn Foster, Senior Fellow in Legal Policy at the Charlotte Lozier Institute   Judge's Chair: John Donvan, Moderator-in-Chief and Emmy award-winning journalist  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden recently signed a law requiring TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations or face a potential ban. Guest: David Greene, Senior Staff Attorney and Civil Liberties Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seg 1: Could angry AI girlfriends ignite people's empathy? The "AngryGF" app introduces a novel concept within the landscape of AI chatbots that simulate romantic relationships. But, unlike traditional chatbots which foster emotional connections, AngryGF offers the unique experience of getting yelled at via messages from a fake person. Guest: Emilia Aviles, Co-Founder of AngryGF Seg 2: Scotts Thoughts: Touring Venice for a price It will cost you more to tour around Venice after the city imposed a fee to enter the city. Guest: Guest: Scott Shantz, CKNW Contributor Seg 3: View From Victoria: Public Safety the top concern Public safety is at the top of the list for question period with White Rock stabbings being at the forefront of the conversation. The Community is fearful over two attacks, one death this week. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Seg 4: Will BC Ferries be ready for the busy summer season? Last summer was a hard one for BC ferries, with crew shortages, broken vessels and multiple cancellations. So how are the ferries shaping up to handle this years upcoming busy season? Guest: Nicolas Jimenez, CEO of BC Ferries Seg 5: Can the US actually ban TikTok? President Joe Biden recently signed a law requiring TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations or face a potential ban. Guest: David Greene, Senior Staff Attorney and Civil Liberties Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation Seg 6: Should local businesses offer their services for free? The food industry has faced numerous challenges recently, including inflation, labour shortages, and increased operational costs and now frustrations are mounting from receiving requests for free services in exchange for "exposure." Guest: Sadaf Çakıcı, Owner and Operator of Charcuterie Vancouver Seg 7: CKNW Playoff Report: It's Playoff Hockey! We get the latest on the Vancouver Canucks as they make their way towards hopefully hoisting the Stanley Cup! Guest: Barry Deley, Sports Anchor for Global News Seg 8: Should the RCMP be held accountable for the death of Jared Lowndes? The decision by the BC Prosecution Service not to charge the RCMP officers involved in Jared Lowndes' death has sparked significant outrage among Indigenous communities and their advocates. Guest: Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, President of the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs Seg 9: How do you grow non-browning apples? Okanagan Specialty Fruits, headquartered in Summerland, Canada, has recently gained approval to market its newest genetically modified apple, the Arctic Gala, in Canada. Guest: Neal Carter, Founder and CEO of Okanagan Specialty Fruits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former criminal offenders in the United States face challenges reentering the job market after incarceration and so-called “Ban the Box” policies aim to fix this. This criminal justice initiative calls for removing questions about criminal history from job applications and delaying background checks. Those against "the box" argue former offenders shouldn't continue to be punished and it prevents societal reintegration. Those in favor of early screening argue employers have a responsibility to ensure their business's safety and make informed hiring decisions. Those who are against it argue former offenders shouldn't continue to be punished and it prevents societal reintegration. Now we debate: Ban the Box: Should We Banish the Criminal History Check Box from Job Applications?    Arguing Yes: Beth Avery, Senior Staff Attorney at the National Employment Law Project  Arguing No: Jennifer Doleac, Executive Vice President of Criminal Justice at Arnold Ventures    Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the pandemic began, there has been significant efforts by advocates to create better laws and regulations to protect nursing home residents. The pandemic and its devastating impact on nursing home residents has resulted in many states passing new laws or creating new regulations regarding a variety of areas, including staffing, transparency, and the nursing home workforce. On this episode, you will hear from two advocates that have been successful in getting new laws and regulations passed and promulgated. Tony Chicotel, Senior Staff Attorney at California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform and Pam Walz, Supervising Attorney at Community Legal Services in Philadelphia, will discuss recent legislative and regulatory victories and how they helped ensure they were implemented.

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that will determine if nationwide restrictions are imposed on access to mifepristone, a safe medication used in more than half of all U.S. abortions, and for miscarriage treatment. What the court decides later this year will have significant implications on our ability to access abortion, no matter where you live, even in states with legal protections for abortion. The decision could also impact how other medications are protected from interference -- that is, the court could decide that anyone who doesn't like a certain medication can levy a lawsuit to block access to the drug. To unpack what we heard, we have Julia Kaye, Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU's Reproductive Freedom Project who is on site in Washington, D.C. and is joining us just hours after hearing the arguments live.

Today, we're bringing you an episode of Arbiters of Truth, our series on the information ecosystem.Last week the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill that would require ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns the popular social media app TikTok, to divest its ownership in the platform or face TikTok being banned in the United States. Although prospects for the bill in the Senate remain uncertain, President Biden has said he will sign the bill if it comes to his desk, and this is the most serious attempt yet to ban the controversial social media app.Today's podcast is the latest in a series of conversations we've had about TikTok. Matt Perault, the Director of the Center on Technology Policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, led a conversation with Alan Rozenshtein, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota and Senior Editor at Lawfare, and Ramya Krishnan, a Senior Staff Attorney at the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University. They talked about the First Amendment implications of a TikTok ban, whether it's a good idea as a policy matter, and how we should think about foreign ownership of platforms more generally.Disclaimer: Matt's center receives funding from foundations and tech companies, including funding from TikTok.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill that would require ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns the popular social media app TikTok, to divest its ownership in the platform or face TikTok being banned in the United States. Although prospects for the bill in the Senate remain uncertain, President Biden has said he will sign the bill if it comes to his desk, and this is the most serious attempt yet to ban the controversial social media app.Today's podcast is the latest in a series of conversations we've had about TikTok. Matt Perault, the Director of the Center on Technology Policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, led a conversation with Alan Rozenshtein, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota and Senior Editor at Lawfare, and Ramya Krishnan, a Senior Staff Attorney at the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University. They talked about the First Amendment implications of a TikTok ban, whether it's a good idea as a policy matter, and how we should think about foreign ownership of platforms more generally.Disclaimer: Matt's center receives funding from foundations and tech companies, including funding from TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's North American Ag Spotlight Chrissy Wozniak talks to Senior Staff Attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center, Rusty Rumley. In a world inundated with conflicting information and amidst the looming federal election, navigating the complexities of agricultural law and policy can truly be daunting. We discuss the critical issues facing agriculture in 2024 and the importance of separating fact from hype.Hailing from a family farm in Cogar, Oklahoma, with a background in AgriBusiness and a juris doctorate from the University of Oklahoma, along with an LL.M in Agricultural Law from the University of Arkansas, our guest Rusty Rumley brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table!Learn more about National Agricultural Law Center and sign up for their newsletter at https://nationalaglawcenter.org.#farm #farming #agricultureNorth American Ag is devoted to highlighting the people & companies in agriculture who impact our industry and help feed the world. Subscribe at https://northamericanag.comWant to hear the stories of the ag brands you love and the ag brands you love to hate? Hear them at https://whatcolorisyourtractor.comDon't just thank a farmer, pray for one too!FASTLINE AUCTIONSAuctions is the only auction platform with over 40 years of data to target more farmers than any other. We also make it super simple for our customers – our auctions are embedded directly into Fastline.com's current website listings, so there's no need for buyers to visit a separate website. Learn more at Fastline.com!Subscribe to North American Ag at https://northamericanag.com

Ben Tettlebaum is the Director & Senior Staff Attorney at The Wilderness Society. Across the U.S. there are 618 million acres of federal public lands, including national parks and forests, wildlife refuges and federally managed desert and prairie lands. Many of these special places are threatened by climate change and poor management decisions that favor development over conservation. And they are important to protect as they are a key piece of our natural heritage.  Within the episode we talk about the Western Arctic, in regards to federal land laws and to give some more background, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (Arctic Refuge) is a place of spectacular beauty as well as ecological and cultural significance, but right now it's vulnerable to oil and gas development. These industries threaten to pollute our air and water, degrade public lands, and ruin an Indigenous way of life. So we talk about what the Wilderness Society is doing to help there. BREDL has had a past working relationship with The Wilderness Society. In 1992, the Virginia Dept. of Transportation (VDOT) wanted to relocate U.S. 58 and make it a four-lane highway, bisecting the Mt. Rogers National Recreation Area in S.W. Virginia. Citizens formed a BREDL chapter Mountain Heritage Alliance (MHA) and worked with another BREDL chapter Graysonites for Progressive Change to fight the VDOT proposal. The Wilderness Society (TWS) was instrumental in this fight and continues to do great work for public lands to stay public.  Contact or connect with Ben: Ben_Tettlebaum@tws.org   How to protect the Arctic: https://www.wilderness.org/articles/blog/5-questions-how-protect-arctic-oil-drilling  Here's a brief press release for the victory: https://archive.bredl.org/MHA/may96pr.html

 Defending the Decalogue:  A Presentation by Col. John Eidsmoe.  John Eidsmoe is a retired Air Force Lt. Colonel and Alabama State Defense Force Colonel, and a graduate of the Air Command & Staff College and the Air War College. He is Professor of Law at the Oak Brook College of Law and Government Policy and, in his various teaching assignments, his students have given him the Outstanding Professor Award or Professor of the Year Award five times. He has served as Senior Staff Attorney with the Alabama Supreme Court and is currently Legal Counsel for the Foundation for Moral Law. Eidsmoe also serves on the boards of Lutherans for Life, The Plymouth Rock Foundation, and the Gospel Martial Arts Union, and is a constitutional attorney who has defended homeschools, Christian schools, the right of students to study the Bible in public schools, and the right to display the Ten Commandments in the public arena. He has authored numerous books, including Historical & Theological Foundations of Law, Christianity & the Constitution, God & Caesar, and Columbus & Cortez, and has produced a variety of audio and video lecture albums including The Institute on the Constitution and Here I Stand: A Biblical Worldview for a New Millennium. He holds seven academic degrees in law, theology, history, and political science. He and his wife, Marlene, have been married since 1970, have three children, and live in rural Pike Road, Alabama.

At the end of two weeks of intense negotiations at COP28, a new major climate deal has been reached. Supporters say it marks the beginning of the end of fossil fuels, but not all parties are happy. It does not call for phasing out fossil fuels, island nations complained it's a death knell for them, and climate activists say the deal lets the fossil fuel industry off the hook. Lord Nicholas Stern, chair of the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change & The Environment, and author of The Economics of Climate Change, joins Christiane to discuss.  Also on today's show: Fawaz Gerges, Professor of Middle East Politics, London School of Economics and author of What Really Went Wrong: The West and the Failure of Democracy in the Middle East; Molly Duane, Senior Staff Attorney, Center for Reproductive Rights; Republican strategist Liz Mair  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of the Bloomberg Law Show Kimberly Robinson and Lydia Wheeler speak with Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU, Lorie Chaiten, about the mifepristone appeals at the Supreme Court. Plus, Bloomberg Law's Michael Shapiro joins to discuss efforts to unseat a long-time federal judge.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Gender Justice Brief, the host, Cam Kruger, talks with Terri Ann Thompson, a senior research scientist at IBIS Reproductive Health, and Sara Jane Baldwin, Senior Staff Attorney at Gender Justice, about telehealth and medication abortion. The discussion revolves around the use and impact of telehealth in sexual and reproductive health as well as themes of patient autonomy, improved accessibility, and convenience provided by telehealth. Thompson shares insights from her research about the usage of telehealth among diverse groups and the potential barriers to its access. Baldwin explains more about the specific work of Gender Justice related to telehealth for medication abortion. As this episode touches upon the emerging questions in the research around telehealth and medication abortion, we aim to shed light on the key issues of the intersection of technology and reproductive health, and the work being done to enhance accessibility and equality in this area. ### Visit the "Gender Justice" Website here and "Unrestrict Minnesota" here. The Gender Justice Brief is produced by Gunther Michael Jahnl of IQONEQ Communications Solutions & Audra Grigus. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/genderjustice/message

Larissa Liebmann, a Senior Staff Attorney with the Animal Legal Defense Fund, joins me to discuss ALDF v Becerra, in which the plaintiffs are suing the Food and Drug Administration regarding its authorization of the use of a drug known as Experior that is being administered to cattle in spite of potential harms to the animals, the environment, and to people…

We have a podswap! Last week, Cam was the guest host of The Gender Justice Brief podcast where Gender Justice guests Brittany Stewart, Senior Staff Attorney, and Christina Sambor, North Dakota State Director, discuss a recent press conference announcing North Dakota families' lawsuit against the gender-affirming health care ban for minors, featuring poignant testimonies from affected families.As lead counsel, Brittany explains the legal arguments challenging the ban's constitutionality under the North Dakota State Constitution, covering equal protection, parental rights, personal autonomy, and due process. Christina discusses North Dakota's legislative context, highlighting the anti-trans bills that passed during the last legislative session, and community reactions in North Dakota. Resources from This Episode:Gender JusticeGender Justice Brief podcastPress Conference: North Dakota Families Sue State to Block Law Banning Health Care for Trans KidsOther Resources:https://www.thetrevorproject.org/https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/guide/a-guide-to-being-an-ally-to-transgender-and-nonbinary-youth/https://www.glaad.org/resourcelistSend your questions, feedback, and stories to questions@transgendapod.com, click the Chat With Us button at www.transgendapod.com, and follow us on social media (Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube)If you or a trans loved one are contemplating suicide, please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.Support the show

This is the second episode in the multi-part series sponsored by Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC), a national non-profit organization mobilizing veterans to feed America and transition from military service to careers in agriculture. Our guest this week is Stephen Carpenter. Stephen a graduate of Stanford Law School and the Deputy Director and Senior Staff Attorney for Farmers' Legal Action Group (FLAG). At FLAG, Stephen focuses on disaster assistance, federal farm programs, sustainable agriculture, and of course, discrimination in agricultural lending. In this episode, Stephen and I get into his upbringing on a dairy farm western Missouri and like many kids who grew up on a dairy, his fond memories of that time are mostly in retrospect. We talk about his father's time as a Korean war veteran and how as a young adult during the farming crisis, Stephen recalls the difficulty of that part of his family's farm. It was this experience that began to lay the groundwork for what is clearly a passion of Stephen's – helping those in need. We take a deeper dive into the USDA's Discrimination Financial Assistance Program – what classifies as discrimination, who are these 3rd party groups who will make the final determination on applications, how the applications should be written, what type of evidence you should present, how awardees will be taxed, and much much more. Enjoy! Farmers' Legal Action Group (FLAG) - www.flaginc.org FVC Email Support - support@farmvetco.org FVC Website w/ UDSA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program Additional information - https://farmvetco.org/dfap-22007/

Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! Megan is joined by Poy Winichakul, a Senior Staff Attorney for the Southern Poverty Law Center, to discuss Alabama's failed attempt to chip away at the Voting Rights Act and disenfranchise hundreds of thousands of black voters in the state. The Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965 was a direct response to decades of racism and Jim Crow in the deep south that created an unequal playing field for non-white voters. Section 2 of the VRA is a provision that prohibits state governments from imposing any rules or regulations around voting that would "result in the denial or abridgement of the right of any citizen to vote on account of race or color". This provision has been used for decades to prevent legislatures from packing and cracking minorities into unfair congressional districts through the redistricting process. Megan and Poy discuss the Allen v. Milligan case that made it all the way to the Supreme Court and, somewhat surprisingly, reinforced the necessity and importance for Section 2. Connect with The Georgia Politics Podcast on Twitter @gapoliticspod Megan Gordon on Twitter @meganlaneg Preston Thompson on Twitter @pston3 Hans Appen on Twitter @hansappen Proud member of the Appen Podcast Network. #gapol

About Our GuestK Beth Luna is an experienced family law attorney here in Jacksonville, Florida. She started her career at Jacksonville Legal Aid, where she served as a Senior Staff Attorney and Family Law Unite Supervisor. She now serves as a magistrate for Clay County, Florida and is co-chair of the legislative committee for the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar.  **********  "Women Winning Divorce" is a radio show and podcast hosted by Heather Quick: Attorney, Entrepreneur, Author and Founder of Florida Women's Law Group, the only divorce firm for women, by women. Each week Heather sits down with innovative professionals and leaders who are focused on how you can be your best self, before, during or after divorce. In these conversations, we are looking at how women can win at life.  With our guests, we enjoy the opportunity to explore ways all women can win and enhance their life, no matter where they are in their journey, because divorce is just point in life, not the end and not what defines you, rather it can be a catalyst for growth. Come join the conversation on social media, and join our Facebook group, Women Winning Divorce and send comments and suggestions, we want to bring you content that helps move your life forward.Women Winning Divorce podcast series https://www.womenwinningdivorce.com/Women Winning Divorce Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/685277376560289Florida Women's Law Group https://www.floridawomenslawgroup.com/Work with us! https://wizehire.com/cmp/florida-womens-law-group This program was created to provide tips and insight to women with family law issues. It is not intended to be legal advice because every situation is different.   

The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds an oversight hearing on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The hearing took place on July 28, 2005, during the 109th Congress. Witness List: Panel I MR. PAUL HOFFMAN, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. Panel II MR. PAUL BENDER, Professor of Law, Arizona State University College of Law, Tempe, Arizona MR. WALTER R. ECHO-HAWK, SR., Senior Staff Attorney, Native American Rights Fund, Boulder, Colorado MS. PATRICIA M. LAMBERT, American Association of Physical Anthropologist, Utah State University, Logan, Utah MS. PAULA BARRAN, Attorney, Barran and Leibman, LLP, Portland, Oregon Accompanied by: MR. ALAN L. SCHNEIDER, Director, Friends of America's Past, Portland, Oregon PROFESSOR KEITH W. KINTIGH, Society for American Archaeology, Tempe, Arizona MR. VAN HORN DIAMOND, Honolulu, Hawaii

The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds an oversight hearing on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The hearing took place on July 28, 2005, during the 109th Congress. Witness List: Panel I MR. PAUL HOFFMAN, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. Panel II MR. PAUL BENDER, Professor of Law, Arizona State University College of Law, Tempe, Arizona MR. WALTER R. ECHO-HAWK, SR., Senior Staff Attorney, Native American Rights Fund, Boulder, Colorado MS. PATRICIA M. LAMBERT, American Association of Physical Anthropologist, Utah State University, Logan, Utah MS. PAULA BARRAN, Attorney, Barran and Leibman, LLP, Portland, Oregon Accompanied by: MR. ALAN L. SCHNEIDER, Director, Friends of America's Past, Portland, Oregon PROFESSOR KEITH W. KINTIGH, Society for American Archaeology, Tempe, Arizona MR. VAN HORN DIAMOND, Honolulu, Hawaii

The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds an oversight hearing on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The hearing took place on July 28, 2005, during the 109th Congress. Witness List: Panel I MR. PAUL HOFFMAN, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. Panel II MR. PAUL BENDER, Professor of Law, Arizona State University College of Law, Tempe, Arizona MR. WALTER R. ECHO-HAWK, SR., Senior Staff Attorney, Native American Rights Fund, Boulder, Colorado MS. PATRICIA M. LAMBERT, American Association of Physical Anthropologist, Utah State University, Logan, Utah MS. PAULA BARRAN, Attorney, Barran and Leibman, LLP, Portland, Oregon Accompanied by: MR. ALAN L. SCHNEIDER, Director, Friends of America's Past, Portland, Oregon PROFESSOR KEITH W. KINTIGH, Society for American Archaeology, Tempe, Arizona MR. VAN HORN DIAMOND, Honolulu, Hawaii

The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds an oversight hearing on the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). The hearing took place on July 28, 2005, during the 109th Congress. Witness List: Panel I MR. PAUL HOFFMAN, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife and Parks, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. Panel II MR. PAUL BENDER, Professor of Law, Arizona State University College of Law, Tempe, Arizona MR. WALTER R. ECHO-HAWK, SR., Senior Staff Attorney, Native American Rights Fund, Boulder, Colorado MS. PATRICIA M. LAMBERT, American Association of Physical Anthropologist, Utah State University, Logan, Utah MS. PAULA BARRAN, Attorney, Barran and Leibman, LLP, Portland, Oregon Accompanied by: MR. ALAN L. SCHNEIDER, Director, Friends of America's Past, Portland, Oregon PROFESSOR KEITH W. KINTIGH, Society for American Archaeology, Tempe, Arizona MR. VAN HORN DIAMOND, Honolulu, Hawaii

The U.S. Supreme Court decisively rejected what many legal observers considered the most serious challenge to the Indian Child Welfare Act in the law's 45-year history. The ruling is a relief for ICWA supporters, many of whom were fearful of a decision that could turn back or weaken the law that ensures Native foster children a home with Native guardians. We'll get reaction and analysis from those who have been watching the legal fight closely. You can get more context from Native America Calling on the Supreme Court's decision here. GUESTS Dr. Sarah Kastelic (Alutiiq), director of the National Indian Child Welfare Association   Derrick Beetso (Navajo Nation), director, College of Law, Indian Gaming, and Self-Governance, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, and former general counsel for the National Congress of American Indians Hilary Tompkins (citizen of the Navajo Nation), partner with Hogan Lovells and former Solicitor of the U.S. Department of the Interior Erin Dougherty Lynch, Native American Rights Fund (NARF) Senior Staff Attorney and Managing Attorney of NARF's Anchorage, Alaska, office Beth Wright (Pueblo of Laguna), NARF

Since the murder of forest defender Tortuguita last January, we've seen an escalation on the Stop Cop City by both activists and police. 34 people have been charged with "domestic terrorism." Atlanta police have cracked down on the smallest of demos resisting the project. Meanwhile, it's been revealed that Cop City would cost twice the amount originally asked for by the Atlanta Police Foundation. And 54% of Atlanta area residents oppose the project (with only 34% supporting it) in recent polls. This past week, three members of the Atlanta Solidarity Committee were arrested for alleged "financial crimes" by the state of Georgia. The Solidarity Committee is a bail fund that exists to support people arrested for protest-related actions. They began during the 2020 uprisings after the police murder of George Floyd and have been a pillar of support through the Stop Cop City campaign. Gov. Brian Kemp, and other politicians, has portrayed the movement to stop Copy City as a criminal organization. They are now targeting the campaign's legal and bail support for "charity fraud" and "money laundering." In our latest episode, Scott talks with Lauren Regan, executive director of the Civil Liberties Defense Center (@CLDC), about what's happening in Atlanta. They get into the intent of the authorities, other legal avenues they are pursuing to eradicate the Stop Cop City Movement and possible national effects. Bio// Lauren is the Executive Director & Senior Staff Attorney at the Civil Liberties Defense Center. She is a national expert in the defense of political activists, particularly those engaged in the climate, environmental, indigenous and animal rights movements. She is a trial lawyer who handles state and federal criminal defense, SLAPP defense, grand jury resistance, and federal civil rights litigation against police and government agencies for violating the rights of activists and organizations. --------------------------------------------------- Outro- Green and Red Blues by Moody Links// Civil Liberties Defense Center: https://cldc.org/staff/ Follow Green and Red// G&R Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/greenandredpodcast⁠ ⁠ G&R's Website: https://greenandredpodcast.org/⁠ We're part of the Labor Podast Network:⁠https://www.laborradionetwork.org/⁠ Support the Green and Red Podcast// Become a Patron at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/greenredpodcast⁠ Or make a one time donation here: ⁠https://bit.ly/DonateGandR⁠ This is a Green and Red Podcast (@PodcastGreenRed) production. Produced by Bob (@bobbuzzanco) and Scott (@sparki1969). “Green and Red Blues" by Moody. Editing by Isaac

California's Proposition 12 hearing has reached a ruling.  Beth Rumley, Senior Staff Attorney at the National Agricultural Law Center joined me to explain what the rulings were and when they go into effect.    Contact info for Beth Rumley (Email) erumley@uark.edu (National Ag Law Center Twitter)  https://twitter.com/nataglaw   Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Beth's prior podcast episode on animal confinement Beth's prior podcast episode on slaughter laws National Agricultural Law Center website Beth's latest blog article  Texas Agriculture Law Blogs on Prop. 12 Prop. 12 Opinion  

The social media platform TikTok has had a meteoric rise. The app has become a hub for educators, activists, and creatives to influence all aspects of culture. From launching dance trends, catapulting decades old books onto best sellers lists, to educating voters and organizing changemakers, TikTok has become key to how over 150 million users across the United States create, engage, and learn. But a new movement has risen to ban the app, which is owned by the Chinese company ByteDance. Lawmakers at the state and federal level are growing concerned over the prospect of American users' data becoming accessible to the Chinese government. While data privacy is a concern across all social media apps, the singling out of TikTok out points to an anti-Asian sentiment that is racist. What's more: The banning of a social media app would be a dangerous act of censorship on the free speech of so many Americans. Today, we will hear from three TikTok creators about what brought them to TikTok and why the platform has become a nexus of organizing, education, and entertainment for young Americans. Then Ashley Gorski, Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU's National Security Project will help us unpack the bans.

The Civil Liberties Director at the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), David Greene, joins Tim to talk about current efforts to ban the social media app TikTok from American users. The EFF describes itself as the leading nonprofit organization defending civil liberties in the digital world. Founded in 1990, EFF says its “mission is to ensure that technology supports freedom, justice, and innovation for all people of the world.”  In this episode, David talks about current legislation in the U.S. to ban the popular social media app called TikTok, but it has more far-reaching impacts than just TikTok. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/RESTRICT_Act_auphonic.mp3 TikTok is a short-form video hosting platform owned by a Chinese company called ByteDance. TikTok users create their own videos and submit them to the platform. Some videos can be as short as a few seconds, while others can be as long as 10 minutes. TikTok started in China under a different name, and continues in that country under its original brand. The social media app made its international debut in September of 2017. To date, the TikTok app has been downloaded more than 150 million times in the United States and has how surpassed 2 billion downloads globally. If you have kids, especially teenagers, you probably don't need me to tell you how popular the app is, but it's not limited to teenagers. Videos on TikTok are well known for going viral. This causes them to jump onto other platforms like Twitter and Instagram, where for some, their reach penetrates America's national consciousness. Sometimes a TikTok video will go viral to the extent that America's traditional media will pick up the story. But the TikTok story is more than that of just a popular app. That 150 million download number means that the app is installed on roughly 150 million American smart devices. This gives the social media platform access to data and information on those 150 million users. What complicates this is that ByteDance is a Chinese-owned company. And despite assurances from the company, a common fear is that the government of China is using this access to spy on Americans. Links Electronic Frontier Foundation "Patriot Act on Steroids:" Left and Right Unite Against Fear-mongering TikTok Ban, MSN TikTok Ban Faces Obscure Hurdle: The Berman Amendments, The Wall Street Journal Could the RESTRICT Act Criminalize the Use of VPNs?, Reason About this Episode's Guest David Greene David Greene, Senior Staff Attorney and Civil Liberties Director, has significant experience litigating First Amendment issues in state and federal trial and appellate courts. David currently serves on the steering committee of the Free Expression Network, the governing committee of the ABA Forum on Communications Law, and on advisory boards for several arts and free speech organizations across the country. David is also an adjunct professor at the University of San Francisco School of Law, where he teaches classes in First Amendment and media law and was formerly an instructor in the journalism department at San Francisco State University. He has written and lectured extensively on many areas of First Amendment Law, including as a contributor to the International Encyclopedia of Censorship. Before joining EFF, David was for twelve years the Executive Director and Lead Staff Counsel for First Amendment Project, where he worked with EFF on numerous cases including Bunner v. DVDCCA. David also previously served as program director of the National Campaign for Freedom of Expression where he was the principal contributor and general editor of the NCFE Quarterly and the principal author of the NCFE Handbook to Understanding, Preparing for and Responding to Challenges to your Freedom of Artistic Expression. He also practiced with the firms Bryan Cave LLP and Hancock, Rothert & Bunshoft. Way back in 1998, he was a founding member,

Keeping kids safe is one of our greatest responsibilities as adults. But what if the main tool we use to protect children is actually preventing everyone from getting the resources they need? Every state in the nation has mandatory reporting laws that require professions such as teachers, coaches, nurses, and more to report any suspected or observed instances of child abuse to the state. While this sounds logical, its application has effectively made a surveillance apparatus out of educators, health care, and social workers, which leaves the families most in need of help afraid to ask for it, at the risk of opening an investigation.    The pitfalls of mandatory reporting are especially evident in Pennsylvania. In the wake of the Jerry Sandusky scandal, Pennsylvania lawmakers passed sweeping reforms expanding mandatory reporting and the definition of child abuse to include low-level neglectful circumstances that often arise from poverty. Since reforms were implemented in 2014, reports have skyrocketed, but recent studies have shown that this increase has not turned up any additional victims of child abuse but has rather over-stretched the system. Within the first five years of the reforms, one million calls were made to the state's child abuse hotline. 800,000 regarded low-level neglect allegations stemming from poverty, and nine in ten were dismissed following traumatic housing searches and family questioning that disproportionately target Black and brown families.  
Here to help explain the mandatory reporting system and its consequences are Director of Client Voice at Philadelphia's Community Legal Services, April Lee, who experienced firsthand how mandatory reporting can traumatize families, and Anjana Samant, Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU's Women's Rights Project

Since the repeal of Roe v. Wade in June 2022, the fight for reproductive freedom has increasingly centered on medication abortion. The two pill regimen allows pregnant people to safely terminate pregnancies, with medicine alone. Since the FDA approved one of the medications used, mifepristone, in 2000, the method has grown to now account for 54% of abortions performed nationwide. For that reason, anti-abortion advocates view it as a threat and are looking to take mifepristone off of shelves across in the U.S. That is the goal behind a lawsuit filed in November 2022 by the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF). The ADF is suing the FDA to rescind its approval of mifepristone. If the suit is successful, it could drastically limit access to medication abortion across the country and force millions of Americans seeking abortions to undergo operations, carry unwanted pregnancies to term, not have access to miscarriage care, and more. This nightmare is already playing out and causing pain and trauma for people who can get pregnant in the 12 states where abortion is banned, and this lawsuit could bring these realities to all 50 states. The stakes are so high. Here to talk with us about this dangerous lawsuit, the importance of mifepristone for reproductive healthcare, and how the ACLU is showing up to preserve reproductive care nationwide is Andy Beck, Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU's Reproductive Freedom Project.

The Supreme Court is set to hear a case this term that could upend the very foundation of our democracy: free and fair elections. In the case of Moore v. Harper, the Supreme Court will decide whether the North Carolina Supreme Court has the power to strike down the legislature's gerrymandered congressional map for violating the state's Constitution. The North Carolina legislators are arguing for an interpretation of the U.S. Constitution — known as the "independent state legislature theory” — that would render the state's other branches of government and their checks and balances powerless in matters relating to federal elections, giving full power to partisan-majority state legislatures to determine how votes are cast and counted. While this all may sound a little weedy, the stakes loom large. If the court sides with the North Carolina State legislature, Moore v. Harper, could change the face of our national elections and the rules that govern them. Joining us today to help break it all down are the ACLU's National Legal Director David Cole and Senior Staff Attorney for the ACLU's Voting Rights Project, Ari Savitzky, who also happened to write the ACLU's amicus brief for the case.

This week has been a trash fire, but Busy & Caissie showed up to do their best. They're discussing outfit changes, how AirPods are like men, new information Busy found out about her great grandpa with the help of a listener, if Camp Kismet would be the next Fyre Festival, ass sweat, drinking less, and why there was no Emergency Pod last week. Then, Senior Staff Attorney for the Center for Reproductive Rights, Jenny Ma, enters the chat to tell us what things were like leading up to last week's SCOTUS ruling on abortion, what they've been like since, and what we can all do now. SPONSORS: http://YourFuzzy.com/BEST for a free 7-day trial membership http://Shopify.com/herbest for a free 14-day trial http://HiyaHealth.com/Busy for 50% off your 1st order of children's superpowers chewable vitamins http://Betterhelp.com/BUSY for 10% off your 1st month http://BeautyCounter.com CODE: BEST for 30% off your first order http://DrinkLMNT.com/BEST for 8 free single serving packets with just the cost of shipping

New York Police arrested a suspect in relation to Tuesday's mass shooting on a Brooklyn subway. Frank James was apprehended in Manhattan and is accused of shooting ten people, which resulted in many more injuries as well. Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill on Tuesday that makes performing an abortion in the state a felony. Jenny Ma, a Senior Staff Attorney at the Center for Reproductive Rights, joins us to discuss the broader implications of the ban. And in headlines: Ukrainian officials collected the bodies of 765 civilians in Kyiv, the CDC announced that it would extend the federal mask mandate for public transit, and New York health officials have discovered two new Omicron subvariants spreading throughout the state. Show Notes: NY Times: “The shooting left at least 23 people injured. Here's what we know about the victims so far” – https://nyti.ms/3LZOvUI Gothamist: “Mass shooting suspect arrested in Manhattan a day after subway attack” – https://bit.ly/3Omxear Keep Our Clinics – https://keepourclinics.org/ Roe Fund – https://www.roefund.org/ Center for Reproductive Rights – https://reproductiverights.org/ National Network of Abortion Funds – https://abortionfunds.org/need-abortion/ Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/whataday/ For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices