Leonard Goodman

Leonard Goodman, a criminal defense lawyer and adjunct professor of law at DePaul, shares insights on the Uhuru Movement's legal battles. He discusses the absurd allegations that anti-war activists were acting as Russian agents and the challenges of proving the case. Goodman highlights the implications for free speech and critiques federal prosecutors' motives, pointing out the disparity in legal repercussions between grassroots activists and powerful political figures. The conversation sheds light on the troubling use of espionage laws in suppressing dissent.

Criminal defense lawyer Leonard Goodman discusses the government's attempt to imprison antiwar dissidents. They delve into the flimsy case against the Uhuru Movement, accused of spreading Russian propaganda on Ukraine. Topics include free speech, activism against colonialism, unjust accusations, discord in activism, and the importance of defending First Amendment rights.