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What's keeping democracy experts up most at night? An overturned election

What's keeping democracy experts up most at night? An overturned election

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Amid all the voting changes in state laws, giving more power to partisan officials to overturn an election is at the top of the list of concerns. Lisa Manheim, associate professor of law at the UW, is quoted. (Source: NBC News)

Can Trump Run for President From Prison?

Can Trump Run for President From Prison?

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It isn't unprecedented. A candidate even tried to use it to his advantage. Professor Lisa Manheim is quoted. (Source: Slate)

Fact check: Crenshaw tries to whitewash Republican brief
Texas Representative Dan Crenshaw

Fact check: Crenshaw tries to whitewash Republican brief

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Election law experts disagree with Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw's recent claims. Lisa Manheim is quoted. (Source: CNN Politics)

Seattle 911 response times climbed in summer 2020
police officers in riot gear

Seattle 911 response times climbed in summer 2020

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UW Law Professor Angélica Cházaro discusses how the police response to protests affected the latest numbers, which have left police and activists debating what comes next. (Source: The Seattle Times)

They missed their U.S. court dates because they were kidnapped. Now...

They missed their U.S. court dates because they were kidnapped. Now...

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The future is uncertain for thousands of asylum seekers who have had their cases closed while remaining in Mexico. Haiyun Damon-Feng, Gates Public Service Law Program assistant director, is quoted. (Source: The Washington Post)

After a day of emotional testimony, here’s what experts expect next

After a day of emotional testimony, here’s what experts expect next

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Mary Fan, a former federal prosecutor who teaches criminal law and criminal proceedings at the University of Washington School of Law, said that the defense strategy appeared to rely on “split-second syndrome.” (Source: The New York Times)