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Sexual/Gender Identity In The Criminal Courts, Alexis Baden-Mayer, Hon. Paul G. Feinman, Lori Cohen, Hon. Michael A. Sonberg
Sexual/Gender Identity In The Criminal Courts, Alexis Baden-Mayer, Hon. Paul G. Feinman, Lori Cohen, Hon. Michael A. Sonberg
Fordham Urban Law Journal
This discussion focuses on the criminal justice system, particularly where LGBT individuals are currently being harmed, both by the courts, enforcement, and the system generally. The panelists identified the major harms, and explored ways to eliminate them from the system. The discussion specifically focused on the limitations of domestic violence programs, and the challenges they pose to the community. The panelists also discussed the significance of HIV in criminal justice decision making.
Roundtable Discussion: Where Do We Go From Here? Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgendered Civil Rights Into The Next Millennium, Hon. Deborah A. Batts, Matt Coles, Paula Ettelbrick, Evan Wolfson
Roundtable Discussion: Where Do We Go From Here? Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgendered Civil Rights Into The Next Millennium, Hon. Deborah A. Batts, Matt Coles, Paula Ettelbrick, Evan Wolfson
Fordham Urban Law Journal
This roundtable discussion focuses on the identification of goals and priorities for the LGBT community, particularly in the political arena. The panelists discuss the challenges of the legislative process, as well as the educational value of legislative activism in the community. Finally, they discuss the variety of strategies used by different groups, and explored ways of working together for future political battles.
Name Reporting And Partner Notification Legislation, Catherine Hanssens, Matthew Carmody, Haley Gorenberg, Mildred Pinot
Name Reporting And Partner Notification Legislation, Catherine Hanssens, Matthew Carmody, Haley Gorenberg, Mildred Pinot
Fordham Urban Law Journal
The panelists discussed the issues of names-based HIV reporting and partner notification. The discussion focused on why names reporting became such an important and controversial issue. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention waged an aggressive campaign in states to institute a national system of HIV test reporting, arguing that it is essential to get a more accurate picture of the epidemic and facilitate individual follow-up. The panelists assessed the pros and cons of this program. Name reporting and partner notification under New York law were also addressed. Finally, the panelists provided discussion on how those contemplating getting tested or …
Sticks And Stones: The Nexis Between Hate Speech And Violence, Jack Chen, Laura Edidin, Brian Levin, Jack Battaglia
Sticks And Stones: The Nexis Between Hate Speech And Violence, Jack Chen, Laura Edidin, Brian Levin, Jack Battaglia
Fordham Urban Law Journal
The panelists discussed hate speech and how it relates to bias crimes. Examples were given of hate speech experienced by people of LGBT and HIV status. Panelists discussed legislative activity in different states, how hate crime legislation works, Supreme Court speech jurisprudence, and about pending Congressional legislation that sought to include sexual orientation. Finally, the panel focused on hate speech on campuses, including legal developments, responsibility, and remedies.
Is Sexual Orientation Immutable?: Presenting Scientific Evidence In Litigation To Gain Strict Scrutiny, Dan Brook, Suzanne Goldberg, Kate Diaz
Is Sexual Orientation Immutable?: Presenting Scientific Evidence In Litigation To Gain Strict Scrutiny, Dan Brook, Suzanne Goldberg, Kate Diaz
Fordham Urban Law Journal
The panelists discussed the issue of immutability. Professor Goldberg explored the legal landscape, the use of scientific evidence related to immutability at trial, with a particular focus on Romer v. Evans, and critiqued the use of science-based immutability evidence in litigation. Dr. Brook looked at a number of studies in the etiology of homosexuality, and concluded that the best method of determining immutability scientifically is looking at studies that seek to determine if, and how easily, sexuality can be changed. Finally, Ms. Diaz discussed the political economy of theories of homosexuality, looking at the examples of the political economy and …
Marriage: Winning And Keeping The Freedom To Marry Nationally And In New York, Evan Wolfson, Peter Sherwin, Tim Sweeney, Patty Penelosa
Marriage: Winning And Keeping The Freedom To Marry Nationally And In New York, Evan Wolfson, Peter Sherwin, Tim Sweeney, Patty Penelosa
Fordham Urban Law Journal
This discussion focuses specifically on how the LGBT community can win the freedom to marry-both nationally and in New York. The panelists discussed the state of the law in New York State, with focus on both legislation and court precedent. The panelists discussed strategies for activity in the state legislature and outreach to the non-LGBT community. Finally, the panelists discussed potential signatories to the Marriage Resolution and how different groups are conducting outreach to attain support for the Resolution.
Gender Theory And Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgendered Empowerment, Cynthia R. Kern, Paisley Currah, Dana Turner, Katherine Franke
Gender Theory And Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual And Transgendered Empowerment, Cynthia R. Kern, Paisley Currah, Dana Turner, Katherine Franke
Fordham Urban Law Journal
The panelists discussed the landscape of the law and societal conditions faced by transgendered individuals. They discussed the role of gender, as well as strategic errors in transgendered activism and the unique challenges that transgendered individuals face in the United States. Finally, the Price Waterhouse v. Hopkins decisions was discussed in the context of Title VII protections for transgendered individuals.