
The Brian Lehrer Show Elie Mystal's List of Laws that Need to Go
Mar 27, 2025
Elie Mystal, a justice correspondent for The Nation and author of Bad Law, shares his insights on laws he considers detrimental to society. He introduces his 'Bill of Wrongs,' tackling issues like felony murder and gun manufacturer immunity. Mystal critiques pre-1965 laws, asserting their exclusionary nature undermines justice. He also discusses the impact of the Armed Career Criminal Act on mass incarceration. With a focus on social justice, he advocates for the repeal of harmful laws and the importance of revisiting constitutional validity.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reassessing the Constitutionality of Pre-1965 Laws
02:07 • 2min
A Commitment to Advocacy and Social Justice
03:42 • 2min
Repealing Harmful Laws
05:52 • 19min
Exploring the Impact of the Armed Career Criminal Act on Incarceration
24:59 • 2min
Navigating Polarized Discussions
26:46 • 12min


