The 2022 Law Day theme — Toward a More Perfect Union: The Constitution in Times of Change — reminds all of us that the Constitution is a dynamic document, as it not only outlines a blueprint for government, but also delegates power, articulates rights, and offers mechanisms for change. The three cases in this series highlight key […]
For Schools and Educators Livestream this free event for your students! Can’t attend the live event? Register and we’ll send a link to the replay. About this Program What is the role of the Constitution, especially in turbulent times? Should the Constitution be subject to more frequent change or be an unwavering source of guidance regardless […]
How has the U.S. Constitution changed, and what does it mean for those who live in our country? To find out, the Johnson Institute went to an expert, J. Mason Davis, Jr., to discuss the 2022 Law Day theme, “Toward a More Perfect Union: The Constitution in Times of Change.” Davis, now retired, spent his […]
In keeping with the Law Day theme, this program will be an insightful discussion on the intersection of Hamilton and the Law and Hamilton: An American Musical. Distinguished speakers include John Q. Barrett professor of law at St. John’s University School of Law, Rodger D. Citron Associate Dean and Professor of Law at Touro College […]
Teachers and their students from History, Civics, Visual and Performing Arts, English, and ALL content areas will participate in this exciting Law Day event with other schools across Monterey County! The event will include: Essay Contest Art Contest Prizes Lunch Keynote speaker: California Chief Justice Tani Cantil-Sakauye Panel Discussion with Guest Speakers Student Career and Resource […]
“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union…” are the opening words of the U.S. Constitution. At 4,400 words and signed in 1787, it is one of the shortest and oldest written constitutions in the world. It is a dynamic document, as it not only outlines a blueprint […]
This year's theme is not just about the constitution as a historical document. This year, we will discuss the intent behind such a fundamental document and the theme throughout it. More specifically, we will discuss what the infamous line, "to a more perfect union", meant at its drafting, what it promised, and what it means […]
Join the Austin Bar Association, Austin Young Lawyers Association, Youth Justice Alliance, and The University of Texas School of Law as we host students from the Austin area for classes with UT Law professors, award announcements for the local Law Day contests, law school tours, and a Q&A with Anna Vasquez of the San Antonio […]
The Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission (“Commission”) is composed of judges, attorneys, and court administrators appointed by the Chief Judge of the State of New York to develop strategies to make the court system more responsive to the concerns of people of color and to improve diversity in the legal profession and court system. One […]
It is our great pleasure to invite you to Law Day 2022. This year’s theme is “Toward a More Perfect Union: The Constitution in Times of Change.” The event is sponsored by the Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association (EJCBA). Law Day 2022 will take place at the Millhopper Public Library, 3145 NW 43rd Street, Gainesville, Florida […]
Join us for a discussion of how media censorship, Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, and the announced creation of the Disinformation Governance Board have affected and are likely to affect the exercise of free speech rights in America. Special attention will be given to the potential affect of social media platforms' banning content or contributors […]
The Constitution in Times of Change The Constitution is a dynamic document, as it not only outlines a blueprint for government, but also delegates power, articulates rights, and offers mechanisms for change. It is neither perfect, nor exhaustive, as our nation’s history makes clear. Legislation, court rulings, amendments, lawyers, and “we the people” have built […]
