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The Long Road To Dignity: The Wrong Of Segregation And What The Civil Rights Act Of 1964 Had To Change, Paul Finkelman
The Long Road To Dignity: The Wrong Of Segregation And What The Civil Rights Act Of 1964 Had To Change, Paul Finkelman
Louisiana Law Review
The article focuses on the segregation in the U.S. and the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 under the administration of U.S. President Lyndon Johnson. Topics include the personal battle and triumph of Johnson in passing the legislation to address the segregation in the country, the beginning of civil rights and the joint committee on reconstruction, and the response of the legislators and judiciary to southern terrorism.
Unpopular Constitutionalism, Mila Versteeg
Unpopular Constitutionalism, Mila Versteeg
Indiana Law Journal
Constitutions are commonly thought to express nations’ highest values. They are often proclaimed in the name of “We the People” and are regarded—by scholars and the general public alike—as an expression of the people’s views and values. This Article shows empirically that this widely held image of constitutions does not correspond with the reality of constitution making around the world. The Article contrasts the constitutional-rights choices of ninety countries between 1981 and 2010 with data from nearly one-half million survey responses on cultural, religious, and social values conducted over the same period. It finds, surprisingly, that in this period, the …
Human Rights, Freedom Of Expression, And The Rise Of The Silver Screen, Lawrence M. Friedman
Human Rights, Freedom Of Expression, And The Rise Of The Silver Screen, Lawrence M. Friedman
Hofstra Law Review
The article discusses human rights and the rule of law in America in relation to a freedom of expression right involving exhibitions and presentations of motion pictures. Historical sociology is addressed, along with the concept of absolute equality involving genders, races, and ethic groups. American constitutional rights are examined, along with the United Nations General Assembly's Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the films "The James Boys in Missouri" and "The Night Riders."
Do Tell! The Rights Of Donor-Conceived Offspring, Naomi Cahn
Do Tell! The Rights Of Donor-Conceived Offspring, Naomi Cahn
Hofstra Law Review
The article discusses the legal rights of donor-conceived children in America, and it mentions U.S. constitutional rights, the laws associated with donor conception in the country, and the concept of double disclosure. Parental rights and children's interests are mentioned, along with respect for familial autonomy and various aspects of U.S. family and health laws. Sperm and egg (ovum) donations are examined, along with the nation's fertility industry and assisted reproductive technology.