

Bob Bauer Still Thinks Robert Hur Was Wrong
8 snips Aug 15, 2024
Bob Bauer, a former White House counsel and political ethics expert, discusses his new book, unpacking the unraveling of democratic norms. He critiques Special Counsel Robert Hur's decision to report on President Biden's cognitive abilities. The conversation dives into the role and ethics of governmental lawyers, particularly in high-stakes political environments. Bauer also tackles the chilling effects of surveillance on privacy rights and the legal responsibilities of universities to protect students from discrimination. His insights into political conduct and term limits add urgency to today's democratic discourse.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Majors and Law School Success
04:58 • 8min
Navigating Privacy in the Age of Surveillance
12:33 • 5min
Legal Obligations and Campus Discrimination: A Critical Analysis
17:44 • 3min
Navigating Legal and Ethical Dilemmas in Government Lawyering
20:55 • 5min
Polarization and Judicial Integrity in American Politics
25:55 • 23min
Navigating Political Ethics and Legality
49:07 • 13min
Analysis of Biden's Classified Information Controversy
01:02:17 • 26min