Law and Politics
In an inauguration like no other, Biden issues a call for unity
Following Wednesday’s historic event, University of Miami experts in various fields provide their insight on the biggest challenges facing the new administration.
Reforming Section 230: Is the internet free for all or a free-for-all?
University of Miami experts weigh the merit and consequences of amending or repealing the communications law that provides a legal shield for service providers from the words, images, and videos posted by their users.
Why impeach a president who is about to leave office?
A University of Miami political science expert provides his thoughts on the article of impeachment that has been filed against President Donald Trump.
Time will tell whether pollsters really ‘blew it again’ in 2020
A University of Miami political scientist weighs in on whether election polls can be trusted given what occurred in 2016 and again last year.
Legal luminaries urge graduates to be catalysts for change
Speakers at the University of Miami’s Friday commencement ceremonies motivated students to improve the pandemic-stricken world and our divided nation.
Experts gauge the parameters of presidential pardons
University of Miami School of Law scholars assess the limits, context, and contours of these absolutions that are outlined, albeit broadly, by the U.S. Constitution.
Alumna part of Biden’s all-women communications team
Maria del Pilar “Pili” Tobar is among the senior staff for the incoming administration; she will work as deputy White House communications director.
High profitability stokes cannabis’ rising popularity
University of Miami researchers applaud the scientific inquiry and access to reliable data that accompanies the legalization of cannabis—as four more states recently approved measures, and federal legislation to decriminalize it continues to progress.
Harris leads series of firsts from the 2020 Election
In a presidential vote that saw a record turnout, the ascension of Kamala Harris to the vice presidency could inspire a generation of young women, University of Miami faculty members conclude.
University entities offer dialogue, post-election resources
More than 50 participants attended the virtual “Brave Spaces: Processing the 2020 Election” forum, which provided a space for the University community to process, find support, and move forward together after election night.
Downsized and under-resourced, the IRS is challenged
University business and tax law experts outline the factors driving the downsizing of the Internal Revenue Service.
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