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The ABA Journal magazine has gotten a new look and feel! Welcome to the new ABA Journal. We reimagined and reorganized our magazine departments to reflect the wide array of issues and interests of the bar as a whole. https://t.co/qnLqbn62G5 @Molly_McDonough pic.twitter.com/WgUXq1oRc9 — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 1, 2019

Report From Government Affairs: ABA Grassroots Action Center helps members connect with their representatives. https://t.co/pXAOxVrSXu @ABAesq @ABAGrassroots #ABA — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 31, 2019

FEC Chair: Lack Of Quorum Is 'Completely Unacceptable' NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Federal Election Commission chair Ellen Weintraub about the FEC's lack of a quorum and how that might affect the upcoming election cycle. Read more on NPR

Defending and promoting freedom of expression in Myanmar https://t.co/8ylmMR9bEq — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) August 31, 2019

After Cancer Treatment, Ginsburg Says She'll Be Ready For High Court's October Term "This audience can see that I am alive!" the justice said to a crowd at the National Book Festival on Saturday. Ginsburg underwent three weeks of radiation treatment this month. Read more on NPR

If you want to give a good speech that will resonate with people, you should not use notes or an outline, says Gerard Gregoire, vice president of litigation services for the West region at Allstate. https://t.co/O6c1g0fNDz #podcast #askedandanswered @sfw70II @LegalTalkNet — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 31, 2019

Friday News Roundup - International We talk about the suspension of Britain's Parliament, the G7 Summit, a U.S. cyberattack on Iran and more. Read more on NPR

Friday News Roundup - Domestic The winnowing of the 2020 presidential candidate field continues. Also, we cover other stories. Read more on NPR

Sowing seeds: Artika Tyner uses education to nurture social change. https://t.co/h5eNNh3kI2 #MembersWhoInspire #ABA — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 31, 2019

Watch: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan ‘86 discusses life in the Supreme Court and offers advice to new HLS students https://t.co/0RynI8JK9w — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) August 31, 2019

Breaking Down Opioid Settlements NPR's Scott Simon talks with Michelle Mello of Stanford Law School about how legally liable manufacturers and distributors of opioid painkillers can be for abuse of their products. Read more on NPR

ICE Ignores State Pardons In Connecticut In Connecticut, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is trying to deport a legal permanent resident even though her record has been cleared. Read more on NPR

With Hurricane On Its Way, Trump Move To Shift Funds Puts Priorities In Question The transfer of funds has ignited new criticism that the administration's intense focus on the border and immigration enforcement is leaving the United States vulnerable to other threats. Read more on NPR

Appeals Court Reverses Gun Conviction In Kate Steinle Killing A state appellate court rules that a trial judge failed to give the jury proper instructions on a legal theory that would have favored the defendant. Read more on NPR

The Florida Supreme Court is gathering information on court closures in advance of Hurricane Dorian hitting the state. The website indicates courts in some counties were closing early Friday, along with the 4th District Court of Appeal in West Palm Beach. https://t.co/EAwoRbqRVR pic.twitter.com/8CEIh3XYPK — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 31, 2019

The 53 Republicans in the Senate sent an unusual letter to the U.S. Supreme Court clerk on Thursday that criticizes five Democratic senators for filing an amicus brief that refers to attempts to expand the size of the court. https://t.co/wIO92ZQ5Zc #SCOTUS — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 31, 2019

“Gun violence has spiraled out of control in this country and needs to end; and our hope is we can help abate it by holding accountable those who know a family member is armed and dangerous, yet do nothing,” Kenneth Allen said in an email to the Journal. https://t.co/7aaL9TUAJk pic.twitter.com/Z3xLw4oGsi — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

“Essentially, the judges argue that an average man might be swayed by the institutional interest at play here, but not an average judge,” the appeals court said. “The case law simply does not support such a distinction.” https://t.co/cN7ZRCEsSN #constitutionallaw #civilrights pic.twitter.com/yWh8mTNOS8 — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Videoconferencing’s promise of increased access to justice has a disconnect in immigration courts. https://t.co/CBzbwf6xPt #NationalPulse — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

The Florida Supreme Court has posted court closures for Hurricane Dorian. https://t.co/6YfRVbAKMv — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Afternoon Briefs: Ex-law dean Norman Lefstein has died at age 82; an inmate who got a life sentence for stealing $50 has won his release. https://t.co/wv0A07olCR — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Ex-MLB Players Octavio Dotel, Luis Castillo Cleared Of Drug Ring Allegations The former major leaguers headlined a list of suspects named in a huge drug trafficking bust by Dominican authorities. But a judge says there's not enough evidence. Dotel still faces a weapons charge. Read more on NPR

Letter to Supreme Court from Senate Republicans promises to fight court expansion. https://t.co/I7aXEBThhn #SCOTUS — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Trial Date Set For Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, 4 Others Charged in 9/11 Attacks A U.S. military court judge in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has set a trial date of Jan. 11, 2021, though a number of other deadlines would need to be met for the trial to begin then. Read more on NPR

Interested in learning about our J.D. program? Join us here on campus throughout the fall to learn more about @Harvard_Law . It's not too late to sign up for our next session on September 6th! 👇 https://t.co/byvtpmJ03D . — HLS J.D. Admissions (@hlsadmissions) August 30, 2019

A lawsuit filed against family members of an 84-year-old Indiana man convicted of murdering his tax attorney claims they did nothing to stop him from carrying a gun, even as his behavior became more bizarre. https://t.co/DSOq0izuJH — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

The ABA urges withdrawal of the new rules, and we encourage development of policies that strengthen the framework of legal protections available for unaccompanied children, families and other vulnerable asylum-seekers @ABA_Immigration @ABA_CRSJ https://t.co/aDrud96UO4 — Judy Perry Martinez (@ABAPresident) August 26, 2019

Volunteering w/ @abapres_elect Trish Refo at @ABA_Immigration 's Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project (ProBAR) near South Texas border. Extraordinary need for volunteer lawyers to assure rights of children, adults & families. Learn more, support our work: https://t.co/6jDj37tc27 pic.twitter.com/iRkVkkbdR3 — Judy Perry Martinez (@ABAPresident) August 27, 2019

It has been an honor to witness profound legal & community service on behalf of justice on visit to ABA pro bono program for asylum seekers & immigrants in South Texas. Learn more, and please support our work: https://t.co/6jDj37tc27 @ABA_Immigration @ABA_CRSJ — Judy Perry Martinez (@ABAPresident) August 30, 2019

Enjoy the last days of summer with the third issue of Lawvocado: The Caselaw Access Project Newsletter 😎☀️ https://t.co/USLoZorqPo @HarvardLIL @hlslib pic.twitter.com/9uHhbbrnnL — Caselaw Access Project (@caselawaccess) August 29, 2019

A federal appeals panel has ruled that a system of criminal fines and fees in the New Orleans criminal court was unconstitutional because the money is used to support a general fund overseen by the court’s judges. https://t.co/qYBEWRscej #constitutionallaw #civilrights — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

University of Alabama Law Dean Mark E. Brandon and Sharon Bala, winner of the 2019 #HarperLeePrize for Legal Fiction for her debut novel, "The Boat People," at the award ceremony in Washington, D.C., at the Library of Congress on Aug. 29. @Molly_McDonough @UALawSchool #harperlee pic.twitter.com/lzzAzI85zF — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Sharon Bala won the 2019 Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction for her debut novel, "The Boat People." @UALawSchool @Molly_McDonough #harperlee #theboatpeople #harperleeprize pic.twitter.com/FID7uyW8Nz — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Shalini Ray, Steven Hobbs and Sharon Bala, winner of the 2019 #HarperLee Prize for Legal Fiction for her debut novel, "The Boat People," at the award ceremony in Washington, D.C., at the Library of Congress on Aug. 29. @UALawSchool @Molly_McDonough pic.twitter.com/iTCvKmzx83 — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

A look back at new beginnings https://t.co/eWLXA8fj71 — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) August 30, 2019

As FEC Nears Shutdown, Priorities Such As Stopping Election Interference On Hold The campaign finance agency will be temporarily shuttered due to a lack of a quorum. A former FEC chair says there's a "real possibility" the agency is effectively closed through the 2020 election. Read more on NPR

A patient said Dr. Daniel Schwarz, 56, wanted to kill lawyer Michael David McCulloch. McCulloch said he's nearing retirement & is fortunate he wasn’t harmed. “Believe it or not, this was one of the last cases I’m handling. What a way to go out,” he said. https://t.co/hJxl50Jc9I pic.twitter.com/qLwj26dRiv — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

James Comey said the IG's report found no evidence that any classified information was released to the news media. “I don’t need a public apology from those who defamed me, but a quick message with a ‘sorry we lied about you’ would be nice,” he wrote. https://t.co/SDfDWDuR0X pic.twitter.com/xxB3aYnEye — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 30, 2019

Former FARC Leaders Announce 'New Stage Of Fighting,' Upending Colombia's Peace Deal In a video, one of the negotiators of the 2016 peace agreement accused the government of betrayal. The leader of another guerrilla group embraced the announcement, saying, "Better late than never." Read more on NPR

Jeffrey Epstein's Criminal Case Closed After His Death Derailed Prosecution But that's not the end of it. Despite the dismissal of sex trafficking charges due to his suicide, Epstein's accusers have sued his estate and authorities continue to investigate his associates. Read more on NPR

Justice Department Watchdog Says Comey Violated FBI Policies In Handling Trump Memos The Justice Department's internal watchdog says former FBI Director James Comey violated department and FBI policies in his handling of memos he wrote detailing his conversations with President Trump. Read more on NPR

1A Across America: A Conversation With Minnesota Governor Tim Walz We ask him your questions. We also discuss corndogs. Read more on NPR

A pain doctor who works in Ohio and Michigan was arrested on a federal drug charge last Friday after discussing with a patient various plans to kill or drug a lawyer with fentanyl, according to an FBI criminal complaint. https://t.co/NI4TbhrkYn — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

On today’s orientation schedule: a conversation between U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan ‘86 and former Dean Martha Minow. Justice Kagan discussed her career and offered some advice to new HLS students. pic.twitter.com/budidCmZtW — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) August 29, 2019

Check out this week's Throwback Thursday, courtesy of our August 1999 magazine cover! #throwbackthursday pic.twitter.com/uSAC6mO5hk — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

In England, where sign-language interpreters are not permitted in jury deliberation rooms, the first profoundly deaf person has served on a jury: https://t.co/ZMyuDzhOZX — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) August 29, 2019

Across New York State, 24,229 people have marijuana-related convictions expunged as a new law comes into effect: https://t.co/CDNgsbjxKd — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) August 29, 2019

Why is the Practice Analysis so important? This survey will help guide the Testing Task Force as it completes a three-year study of the #BarExam by gathering input from newly licensed lawyers and the lawyers who supervise them. Your voice is needed! https://t.co/G6RAkhbQxW pic.twitter.com/QLqKip0C1O — Testing Task Force (@NCBETaskForce) August 29, 2019

For introverts and people struggling with impostor syndrome, the word “networking” has a negative connotation. Here are five tips to help you master it: https://t.co/Y64pNmaeqq — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) August 29, 2019

Have you seen this incredible list of fall faculty book talks yet? This fall, don't miss talks from faculty like @CohenProf @lessig @SamanthaJPower @jacklgoldsmith and more! https://t.co/TvsQ8iY4Bz pic.twitter.com/dSJ0lrxZ0S — Harvard Law Library (@hlslib) August 29, 2019

The Justice Department’s inspector general said Thursday that FBI Director James Comey violated agency policies and his employment agreement in his handling of memos he wrote summarizing seven of his interactions with President Donald Trump. https://t.co/Kb2ANOLMfc — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

An 83-year-old Houston lawyer has been accused of slapping Greg Enos, the attorney who is suing him. Retired personal injury lawyer Ronald “Ronny” Krist “slapped the shit out of him, and deservedly so,” said his son Scott Krist. https://t.co/nL9dlYJiPn — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

Meet new assistant dean and chief human resources officer, Roxanne Armbruster https://t.co/IcgHxYRUfv — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) August 29, 2019

Comey on Justice Dept IG report: A "sorry we lied about you" would be nice https://t.co/keDogiX6ZG pic.twitter.com/ScjfmZZWSk — The Hill (@thehill) August 29, 2019

Steven Fabrizio, the global general counsel of the Motion Picture Association of America, has been fired after his arrest for allegedly blackmailing a woman he met on a “sugar daddies” online dating site. https://t.co/zIFI02XjUw — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

Your Voice: How lawyers can be more mindful and embrace their spirituality. https://t.co/AYfsQpLcXd @divinelightmstr #YourVoice #mindfulness — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

DOJ: Comey Violated Policy On His Trump Memos — But Won't Be Prosecuted An official investigation concluded former FBI Director James Comey broke rules governing the handling of the documents that described his now-famous exchanges with President Trump. Read more on NPR

This year, new students at @HarvardHBS , @Harvard_Law , and @hgse can - and in some cases must - take preparatory online courses before they get to campus. Read more on how they aim to ensure all new students begin on equal footing: https://t.co/j4krAJKgce @online_HBS — Harvard Magazine (@HarvardMagazine) August 28, 2019

Liz Hempowicz of the nonprofit Project on Government Oversight on AG William Barr’s choice to host his annual holiday party at President Donald Trump’s hotel: Allies "may feel like they need to spend money ... as a show of loyalty." https://t.co/vO1juuiNGZ #AttorneyGeneral #Trump pic.twitter.com/yEgQf4Yi2m — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

“Women are not that often lead counsel,” said Lara Bach of the Florida Bar’s Young Lawyers Division. “We are underrepresented in firm partners, as well as judges, and this rule could have a significant impact on that.” https://t.co/228eDJG2kJ @TheFlaBar @FlaBarYLD pic.twitter.com/fG1020ZvWb — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

“There is still the myth and stigma around being involved in domestic violence,” said Ruth Glenn, CEO at the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. “People think they just won’t be believed.” https://t.co/4NDBewn0jg #LGBTQ @MarshallProj pic.twitter.com/qoDDSYsige — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 29, 2019

Mark your calendars! Our annual SPO Panel will take place on September 10 at 6 pm in Milstein West AB. This is a great way for new students to learn how they can get involved with pro bono work while at HLS! @Harvard_Law pic.twitter.com/73T1uGxlm7 — HLS Office of Clinical and Pro Bono Programs (@HLS_OCP) August 28, 2019

U.S. Attorney General William Barr has booked his annual family holiday party at a hotel belonging to President Donald Trump; the expected price tag is about $30,000. https://t.co/D1F95SP46N #AttorneyGeneral #Trump — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 28, 2019

1A Across America: How U.S. Cities Are Tackling The Affordable Housing Crisis With rents at historic highs in many U.S. cities, some civic leaders bet that denser housing could be the fix. Read more on NPR

Question of the Week: What was your best or worst public speaking experience? Was it in front of a large group of people or, perhaps, during a trial? How do you prepare to give a speech? Answer in the comments! https://t.co/VLlrmkf5tI #QOTW — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 28, 2019

The Florida Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday on a proposed rule that requires judges to grant continuances for parental leave in connection with the birth or adoption of a child—unless a showing of “substantial prejudice” is made. https://t.co/liyDcKD6UX — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 28, 2019

LGBTQ Legal Issues: Same-sex couples aren't afforded equal abuse protections in this state. https://t.co/h0RopsW5zC #LGBTQ @MarshallProj — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) August 28, 2019