CBS Sunday Morning ran a story this weekend about Richard Nixon’s 1968 comeback. I thought it was a good piece that summarized what was …
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On November 5, 1968, Richard Nixon completed his remarkable comeback from political oblivion and was elected President of the United States.
Recorded before Donald Trump was elected President and Fidel Castro died. Still, it was a fascinating discussion. And it was fun being a guest …
U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge David Waxse rejected the federal government’s application for search warrants against Yahoo, Google and three other Internet giants. (subscription …
In light of Ted Cruz’s threat to shut down the government if Obamacare isn’t repealed, I figured I’d post the article I wrote in …
U.S. district judge Kimba Wood trimmed a lawsuit arguing that the New York ban on MMA events is unconstitutional.
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Texas GOP Senate Hopeful Attacked by Primary Foe for Being Partner at “Liberal” Morgan Lewis
Is Ted Cruz’s firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius a hotbed of liberal activism? Yes, according to his opponent David Dewhurst
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SEC Suits Against Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Execs May Turn on Subprime Loan Definition
I saw other media outlets write something similar… several days after I had already written it. (subscription required)
You usually don’t associate sports with the First Amendment. The UFC hopes the courts will do what the NY legislature has failed to do, thus far. …
Original lede: “Anthony Weiner has been less than frank about his online liaisons with various women.” I zigged.
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Battleground State: The Battle to Legalize Mixed Martial Arts in New York
Here’s my Master’s Project for Columbia. It’s fairly long, so I’m splitting it into 6 parts. Hope you enjoy!
Well, New York state has finally legalized professional mixed martial art events
As Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker Makes Move Onto National Stage, Michael Best & Friedrich Toils in the Wings.
Weil Gotshal partner and ex-Watergate prosecutor Richard Davis reflects on his experience questioning former President Richard Nixon before a grand jury.
For something that comes around once a decade (unless you’re in Texas), it’s no surprise that redistricting generates a ton of litigation.