Fair? Well… a response to “A Farewell to Affirmative Action”

Lyndsey Marcelino responds to Margaret Schmidt’s post that analyzed the affirmative action admission policies in Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin.

The Rising Cost of Cheaper Prescription Drugs

Zach Zemlin looks at the role played by copay cards in our nation’s rising healthcare costs.

Should Unpaid Internships be Legal?

It should go without saying that new entrants into the workforce prefer to be paid for their work. Nathan Hoeschen explains why we should care that an estimated 500,000 young go-getters agree to work for free as unpaid interns every year.

Where is the Breast Best?

What is it about breastfeeding that gets people all worked up? Michaela Dudley looks into the controversy.

DACA brings Hope and Caution for Undocumented Young People

Lyndsey Marcelino gives a thorough overview of DACA’s criteria as well as practical advice for undocumented individuals covered by the Act.

A Farewell to Affirmative Action

Margaret Schmidt reflects on the importance of Fisher v. University of Texas as a vessel for modifying the country’s flawed affirmative action programs.

Is Shaving Someone’s Beard Really a Hate Crime?

JLPP’s Greg Renick looks at how the recent Amish beard trimming scandal represents a teachable moment for our understanding of federal hate-crime laws.

Mayor Bloomberg’s Soda Ban & The Nanny State

New York City’s ban on large soda cups went into effect just two weeks ago. JLPP’s Lauren Bowman explores the controversy behind the ban and its scope.

An Apple Lawsuit a Day Keeps Infringement Away

JLPP’s Alex Poe points out the basics of Apple v. Samsung and what the case means for future product designers.

Macy v. Holder: Title VII and Workplace Justice for Transgender Employees

JLPP’s Ashley E. McGovern explores a recent landmark EEOC ruling and what it means for transgender and gender non-conforming employees in the workplace.

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