45: Trials & Tribulations

11/20/21 • 66 min

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The #SistersInLaw meet this week to try and find sense in the Kyle Rittenhouse not guilty verdict, and look at the worrying social forces that it’s unleashed. Then, they examine the legacy of racism and the hurdles that have come up finding a representative jury for the trial of Ahmaud Arbery’s killers, and break down the latest in the upcoming case facing Ghislaine Maxwell. Get #SistersInLaw Merch: For our just released ethically sourced clothes, pins and more, support the #SistersInLaw by picking up our new merch items at the Politicon Merch Store.
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Website & Transcript Articles From The #SistersInLaw: From Barb: The Rittenhouse Verdict From Jill: The dynamic between audience and jurors as it relates to the Maxwell case Links To This Week’s Sponsors Helix: For up to $200 off and two free pillows, go to helixsleep.com Olive And June: For 20% off your first mani system, go to oliveandjune.com and use promo code: SISTERS Cameron Hughes Wine: For 20% off and free shipping when you order 3 bottles, go to chwine.com and use promo code: SISTERS at checkout. Get More From The #Sisters In Law:
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44: Trumpoenas, Rittenhouse & Jury Selection

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to examine the status of the subpoenas for Trump’s Presidential documents and the fresh indictment of Steve Bannon for contempt of Congress. Then, they look at the factors in the ongoing case against Kyle Rittenhouse in Wisconsin, and the importance of jury selection and how it’s affected by the ruling in Batson V. Kentucky. Get #SistersInLaw Merch: For our just released ethically sourced clothes, pins and more, support the #SistersInLaw by picking up our new merch items at the Politicon Merch Store.
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Articles From The #SistersInLaw: By Joyce on Steve Bannon: Steve Bannon’s subpoena case is taking longer than we want it to. That’s a good thing. By Joyce on Trump Era Immigration Polices: Yes, the U.S. government should settle with families separated by Trump-era policies Batson V. Kentucky https://www.uscourts.gov/educational-resources/educational-activities/facts-and-case-summary-batson-v-kentucky Links To This Week’s Sponsors Head Space: For one free month of guided meditations, go to headspace.com and use promo code: SISTERS Hello Fresh: For up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts, go to hellofresh.com Third Love: For 20% off your first order, go to thirdlove.com Get More From The #Sisters In Law:
Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC
Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President
Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR
Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC Email the sisters at [email protected] Or tweet using #SistersInLaw

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46: Denim Vest Jubilee

The #SistersInLaw meet this week to celebrate Sherrilyn Ifill’s legacy at the NAACP Legal Defense Fund of using the law as a force for justice. Then, they discuss the differences in how men and women are treated in public life and the role of clothing in speech, before explaining the critical importance of gender diversity on corporate boards and in making key decisions. Get #SistersInLaw Merch: For our just released ethically sourced clothes, pins and more, support the #SistersInLaw by picking up our new merch items at the Politicon Merch Store.
Email the sisters at [email protected] Or tweet using #SistersInLaw Articles From The #SistersInLaw: FROM THE SISTERS Customizable M&M’s From Jill: The the impact of women’s bold fashion choices in recent history An example of how clothing can influence the courtroom-- female or male Links To This Week’s Sponsors Noom: To get started on your Noom trail, go to noom.com Honey: To get Honey for free, go to joinhoney.com Policy Genius: For your insurance needs, go to policygenius.com Get More From The #Sisters In Law:
Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC
Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President
Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR
Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC Email the sisters at [email protected] Or tweet using #SistersInLaw