

Jamal Greene on Reconceiving Rights
5 snips Jun 1, 2022
Jamal Greene, a law professor at Columbia University and author of "How Rights Went Wrong," delves into the complexities of rights in America. He argues that rights should be seen as products of political negotiation rather than inflexible ideals. Greene discusses the influence of America's racial history on rights, the need for reform in legal education, and the role of diverse experiences in the Supreme Court. He also tackles issues of economic liberty, social media moderation, and how his upbringing in New York shaped his views on pluralism.
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Textbook Costs in Law School
- Stop charging law students separately for textbooks.
- Include textbook costs in tuition to promote fairness and avoid cost-related disparities.
LSAT’s Role in Admissions
- The LSAT’s significant influence on law school admissions may be excessive.
- Reduce LSAT reliance to avoid overemphasis on a single test.
Law Review Editing
- Maintain student-led law review editing for its educational value and diverse perspectives.
- Implement blind review processes to minimize bias in article selection.