Faiza Patel, Brennan Center Director of Planning and Counsel, discusses Maqaleh v. Gates in the June 3, 2010 issue of American Society of International Law Insights.
The American Constitution Society asked Brennan Center Counsel Monica Youn to provide them with an issue brief explaining the political impact of the Supreme Court's decision in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. The brief explores potential responses that "would buttress existing campaign finance safeguards from further attacks and mitigate some of the harmful effects of [the decision]."
The Supreme Court decision in Berghuis v. Thompkins – holding that, after being informed of their rights, suspects must explicitly tell police that they want to stay silent to invoke their Miranda protections – turns Miranda "upside down," as one dissenting justice put it.
The Brennan Center for Justice and former corrections officials urge policymakers to reevaluate a proposed federal rule that would severely limit prisoners’ ability to stay in touch with their families and communities. They submitted these comments in response to the pending Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Communication Management Units, issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
President Barack Obama pledged to close the Guantanamo Bay detention facility during his campaign and again after his Inauguration, but now the administration has announced plans to continue to hold indefinitely 48 current Guantanamo detainees.
On April 28, 2010 the Brennan Center wrote a letter to Mayor Koch regarding New York Uprising’s proposal to promote non-partisan, independent redistricting in New York.
The COD Network is taking strides to address racial disparities in the criminal justice system and expand the Network’s reach. Read about our latest efforts to improve justice for indigent defendants and new opportunities for collaboration.
Got a plan to open up government? The president wants to give you a prize. A new memo from the Office of Management and Budget says federal agencies should hand out awards to those who come up with ideas to roll back government secrecy.
MSNBC's Rachel Maddow speaks about Virginia Governor McDonnell's new requirement to require people convicted of non-violent felonies to write an essay in order to get their voting rights restored..
The Writ Stops Here: No Habeas for Prisoners Held by U.S. Forces in Afghanistan
Faiza Patel, Brennan Center Director of Planning and Counsel, discusses Maqaleh v. Gates in the June 3, 2010 issue of American Society of International Law Insights.
Filibuster Reform: Curbing Abuse to Prevent Minority Tyranny in the Senate
Sen. Harkin delivered the 2010 Living Constitution Lecture at the Brennan Center for Justice. Here are his remarks...
Citizens United: The Aftermath, an Issue Brief for the American Constitutional Society
The American Constitution Society asked Brennan Center Counsel Monica Youn to provide them with an issue brief explaining the political impact of the Supreme Court's decision in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission. The brief explores potential responses that "would buttress existing campaign finance safeguards from further attacks and mitigate some of the harmful effects of [the decision]."
You Still Have the Right to Remain Silent
The Supreme Court decision in Berghuis v. Thompkins – holding that, after being informed of their rights, suspects must explicitly tell police that they want to stay silent to invoke their Miranda protections – turns Miranda "upside down," as one dissenting justice put it.
Letter to Bureau of Prisons Regarding Communication Management Units
The Brennan Center for Justice and former corrections officials urge policymakers to reevaluate a proposed federal rule that would severely limit prisoners’ ability to stay in touch with their families and communities. They submitted these comments in response to the pending Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Communication Management Units, issued by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Detention Promises Ring Hollow
President Barack Obama pledged to close the Guantanamo Bay detention facility during his campaign and again after his Inauguration, but now the administration has announced plans to continue to hold indefinitely 48 current Guantanamo detainees.
Letter to Mayor Koch on New York Uprising Proposals
On April 28, 2010 the Brennan Center wrote a letter to Mayor Koch regarding New York Uprising’s proposal to promote non-partisan, independent redistricting in New York.
Community Oriented Defender Network | Spring 2010 Update
The COD Network is taking strides to address racial disparities in the criminal justice system and expand the Network’s reach. Read about our latest efforts to improve justice for indigent defendants and new opportunities for collaboration.
Classification and Consequences
Got a plan to open up government? The president wants to give you a prize. A new memo from the Office of Management and Budget says federal agencies should hand out awards to those who come up with ideas to roll back government secrecy.
Rachel Maddow Speaks about felony disenfranchisement
MSNBC's Rachel Maddow speaks about Virginia Governor McDonnell's new requirement to require people convicted of non-violent felonies to write an essay in order to get their voting rights restored..
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