Analysis & Commentary
Liberty & National Security

Subpoenas and the Exercise of “Executive Privilege”

Authored by: Aziz Huq
– 03/22/07

The Quality of Justice

As Shakespeare might ask, what happens when the quality of justice becomes strained? That is the question raised by new evidence of improper politicization of the Department of Justice. This evidence—but the latest in a string of revelations of justice (small “j” and big) pushed from its proper place—ought to prompt new laws to guard the propriety and independence of those who enforce the nation’s laws.

Authored by: Aziz Huq
– 03/13/07

Removing Gonzales Will Not Remove Systemic Problems

Authored by: Aziz Huq
– 03/12/07

Habeas Corpus Can’t Wait

Last week, the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia acted to return Guantánamo detainees to the Supreme Court. They ruled against the detainees , holding that they have no rights under the Constitution, thanks to the Military Commission Act of 2006.

Authored by: Aziz Huq
– 03/05/07

Justice Perverted

A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that Guantnamo detainees no longer have a right to be heard in court. Unless this decision is rectified by the Supreme Court or by Congress, Guantnamo will once again become a legal black hole. Meanwhile, nearly 400 individuals remain imprisoned without due process.

Authored by: Jonathan Hafetz
– 02/22/07