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Judge David Tatel on Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice

Jul 18, 2024
Federal Judge David Tatel discusses his legal career and landmark cases, overcoming challenges posed by blindness in his memoir 'Vision'. Topics include advancements in iPhone accessibility, evolution of perceptions towards blindness, respecting Congress in judicial decisions, the Chevron principle in administrative law, desegregation efforts, and promoting the common good through the legal profession.
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Quick takeaways

  • Judge Tatel emphasizes the value of reading aloud in writing process for clarity and precision.
  • Listening to one's writing helps identify nuances, errors, and improves readability.

Deep dives

Judge David Taitl's Legal Career and Memoir on Blindness and Justice

Judge David Taitl, retired from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, shares insights from his memoir 'Vision' detailing his legal career as a civil rights lawyer and landmark cases. Taitl discusses his visual memories before blindness, highlighting the role of memory in his work. His writing process involves listening to texts, reading drafts aloud, and focusing on language precision.

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