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How to Lose a Democracy in 10 Laws (with Elie Mystal)

Strict Scrutiny

CHAPTER

Challenging Problematic Laws

This chapter critically examines outdated and problematic laws, including the Affordable Care Act and various criminal statutes, advocating for their repeal to promote equality and progress. It also highlights the concerning case of Mahmoud Khalil, focusing on immigration policies and their implications on individual rights amid political activism. The discussion extends to the discriminatory roots of the Immigration and Nationality Act, scrutinizing its historical ties to eugenics and the ongoing impacts of exclusionary practices on marginalized communities.

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