Check the Binders

In this episode of Check The Balance, Jeff and Elliot discuss recent political topics, including Trump's stance on tax reforms and pharmaceutical regulations. They are joined by Kevin Cope, a law professor from the University of Virginia, who delves into the complexities of judicial ideologies and the effects of recent executive orders on law firms. Kevin also shares insights from his upcoming research on American democracy's resilience. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on legal principles, political maneuvers, and the robustness of democratic institutions.

 

00:00 Welcome Back to Check The Balance

01:33 Discussing Trump's Tax Proposals

03:22 Trump's Executive Orders on Big Pharma

05:32 Introducing Kevin Cope

07:53 Executive Orders Against Law Firms

20:56 The Chilling Effect on Legal Representation

26:51 Job Market Concerns for Law Students

27:28 Impact of Firm Actions on Lawyers

30:30 Measuring Judicial Ideology

32:58 Challenges in Analyzing Judicial Behavior

36:03 Political Influence on Judicial Appointments

41:58 American Democracy's Resilience

46:23 Forum Shopping and Judicial Fairness

57:00 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell