Law and Politics
Juneteenth commemorates the date U.S. slaves learned of their freedom
Two University of Miami professors reflect on the significance of June 19, which has gained popularity and is celebrated in many states with parades, family reunions, picnics, and other festivities.
Haiti expert: Country needs a ‘transitional government’
Professor Louis Herns Marcelin maintains the Caribbean nation needs oversight to ensure a free election after the current president faces demands to step down over allegations of corruption and collusion with local gangs.
Leader’s actions raise concerns for El Salvador’s future
The United States has sharply rebuked Nayib Bukele, the 39-year-old president of the Central American country, because recent actions point to him being on a path toward dictatorship.
Redesignation for Haitians ‘a small victory that must be acknowledged’
MarieGuerda Nicolas, a professor in the School of Education and Human Development, analyzes what the 18-month “Temporary Protected Status” extension means for Haitians living in the United States.
Colombians protest amid surge of coronavirus cases
Riots have broken out in several cities throughout the South American country as residents protest increasing poverty that has been worsened by the pandemic lockdown.
Pandemic response, economy highlight Biden’s first 100 days
How is President Joe Biden doing after 100 days in office? University of Miami scholars offer their observations.
Miami mayor shares updates on his technology quest
During a recent Miami Herbert Business School webinar, Mayor Francis X. Suarez spoke with Provost Jeffrey L. Duerk and Dean John Quelch about his vision for the city and what’s currently unfolding in the technology sector.
President Biden wants to slash carbon emissions in half by 2030. Here’s what it will take
University of Miami experts in environmental law, atmospheric science, and sustainability explain how Biden’s ambitious climate plan could succeed.
Panel addresses ‘COVID-19 and the NBA Bubble’
At a School of Law virtual conference about entertainment and sports law, NBA and Disney executives outlined the steps that went into creating and maintaining the famous isolation zone during the summer and fall of 2020.
Law professor analyzes the global minimum tax
Stanley I. Langbein, from the School of Law, explains the corporate tax rate that could help level the playing field in the global economy and the steps needed to implement it.
Number of immigrants at the southern border grows
University of Miami experts offer their observations about why an influx of individuals are seeking to enter the United States.
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