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The episode discusses the Epstein Files Transparency Act, immigration rulings by Justice Alito, and the significance of dissents in the judicial system.

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss new developments regarding the Epstein Files Transparency Act following a lawsuit by Katie Phang and the future of the case as it heads to appeal. Then, the #Sisters review Justice Alito’s recent authorship of immigration rulings affecting TPS and asylum seekers, as well as the dissents by Justices Kagan and Sotomayor. They also explain the power of dissents against impactful majority decisions, how they can be used as a tool for future change, and the constitutional implications of federal overreach in the states. Remember to send in audio questions to SistersInLaw@politicon.com for the #Sisters to answer on their new companion podcast, SistersInLaw Sidebar ! It airs Wednesdays wherever you normally get your podcasts! Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt, Mini Tote, and other #SistersInLaw gear at politicon.com/merch ! Additional #SistersInLaw Projects Check out Jill’s Politicon YouTube Show: Just The Facts Check out Kim’s Newsletter: The Gavel Joyce’s new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable , is now available, and for a limited time, you have the exclusive opportunity to order a signed copy here . Barb is on a book tour ! You can…

People in this episode

Host: Kimberly Atkins Stohr

Topics covered

• Epstein Files Transparency Act
• immigration rulings
• dissents
• federal overreach
• asylum seekers
• constitutional implications

Keywords

• Epstein Files
• Transparency Act
• Justice Alito
• dissents
• immigration
• asylum
• federal overreach
• constitutional law

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Politicon

Books & works: Giving Up Is Unforgivable, The Fix, Attack From Within

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