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Sherrilyn Ifill

Founding director of the 14th Amendment Center for Law & Democracy and former president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund; expert on civil rights, Reconstruction, and the 14th Amendment.

Top 10 podcasts with Sherrilyn Ifill

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67 snips
Apr 15, 2025 • 43min

Making a mockery of Musk: Backlash against dismantling U.S. government focuses on hatchet man

Sherrilyn Ifill, a pivotal civil rights lawyer and former president of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, joins to discuss the innovative protests against Elon Musk amid growing concerns about his influence on government and society. Activists blend humor with activism through AI-generated pranks featuring Musk, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with his actions. The conversation also covers grassroots movements focused on civic rights, the repercussions of harsh deportation policies, and the alarming misuse of legal classifications by the Social Security Administration.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 59min

The Trump Administration's SCOTUS Winning Streak

Sherrilyn Ifill, founding director of the 14th Amendment Center, and Jamelle Bouie, a political commentator for the New York Times, explore the profound connection between Reconstruction-era legal battles and today's Supreme Court. They discuss how the post-Civil War 'Redemption Court' limited the 14th Amendment's reach, drawing parallels to current efforts challenging federal protections. The conversation reveals how historical themes resonate in today's judicial landscape, emphasizing the ongoing fight for civil rights and the importance of public education around the 14th Amendment.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 59min

Our All-Star SCOTUS End-of-Term Breakfast Table

Jamelle Bouie, an opinion columnist at The New York Times, Sherrilyn Ifill, a civil rights lawyer and founding director at Howard University, and Steve Vladeck, a Georgetown Law professor, join the discussion. They dive deep into the Supreme Court's recent term, unpacking the major rulings on reproductive rights and LGBTQ issues. The panel critiques the shadow docket's implications, explores the evolving judicial integrity, and highlights the importance of historical context in court decisions. Their insights reflect broader trends affecting marginalized voices and judicial activism.
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Jan 4, 2025 • 1h 4min

John Roberts’ New Year Blame Game

Sherrilyn Ifill, a renowned civil rights litigator and 14th Amendment expert, dives into critical discussions about the Supreme Court’s legitimacy with Dahlia Lithwick. They dissect Chief Justice John Roberts' year-end report, highlighting the troubling trend of the judiciary equating criticism with threats. Ifill raises concerns over judicial impartiality and accountability, particularly regarding recent controversial decisions. Together, they emphasize the need for constructive feedback to uphold fairness and integrity in the legal landscape.
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Jun 26, 2023 • 42min

Episode 3: "The Meanest, Dirtiest, Low-Down Stuff"

Republicans claim the election was stolen. They use those claims to justify suppressing people’s right to vote. All of it happening amid a national reckoning on race. Rachel Maddow and Isaac-Davy Aronson tell the story of a time uncannily similar to our own – in the early 1960s. And how it’s both a parallel to our present moment and the origin of conflicts playing out today.Featuring Guests:Rick Perlstein, historian, author of Before the Storm: Barry Goldwater and the Unmaking of the American ConsensusSherrilyn Ifill, Vernon Jordan Endowed Chair in Civil Rights at Howard University and former President and Director-Counsel of LDF.Jim Brosnahan, lawyer and author of Justice At Trial: Courtroom Battles and Groundbreaking Cases
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Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 45min

Looking for Bright Spots in the Courts

Skye Perryman, President & CEO of Democracy Forward, co-hosts a lively discussion on recent legal developments, focusing on the pushback against the shadow docket by lower courts. Former NAACP Legal Defense Fund leader Sherrilyn Ifill joins to highlight Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s impactful tenure on the Supreme Court. The conversation dives into her fearless approach, her ability to engage with complex hypotheticals, and her clash with Justice Thomas, reshaping the narrative around judicial integrity and accountability.
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Feb 14, 2025 • 1h 3min

The 14th Amendment and the History of Reconstruction

In a rich discussion, Sherrilyn Ifill, a civil rights leader and educator, joins Pamela Brandwein, a legal scholar on Reconstruction, and Ilan Wurman, an expert on the 14th Amendment. They explore the historical context that birthed the 14th Amendment and its implications for modern civil rights. The guests debate the original versus modern interpretations of the amendment, the tensions in Reconstruction politics, and the ongoing struggle for equality. Their insights connect past injustices to contemporary challenges, highlighting the 14th Amendment's enduring impact.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 29min

The Alabama Supreme Court Embraces Fetal Personhood

The podcast delves into the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos as 'extrauterine children' and the implications for IVF. It also covers oral arguments at the US Supreme Court, a case on EPA regulations, and Court Culture with Sherrilyn Ifill launching a new center on the Fourteenth Amendment. Discussions include fetal personhood, a federal abortion ban, attacks on a Muslim judicial nominee, and tragic consequences of school bullying.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 23min

Was Slavery Bad?

Sherrilyn Ifill, a renowned civil rights lawyer and former head of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, joins the discussion to dissect contemporary democracy and its pitfalls. She gives American democracy a dismal grade and traces its issues back long before Trump. The conversation probes how integration drained public funds and questions the courts' role as an equitable branch of government. They also tackle the legacy of slavery, media distortions, and the need for community action in preserving historical truths and democratic values.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 59min

Amicus | Our All-Star SCOTUS End-of-Term Breakfast Table

Join legal experts Steve Vladeck, Sherrilyn Ifill, and Jamelle Bouie as they dissect the Supreme Court's recent term. Vladeck highlights the erosion of public trust amidst significant rulings, while Ifill warns of the implications for civil rights and judicial integrity. Bouie adds historical context, examining how originalism can marginalize voices in legal history. The trio critically assesses the court’s conservative majority and its impact on democracy, education, and the relationship between law and politics.

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