Elie Mystal Advocates for Overhaul of U.S. Legal System in ‘Bad Law,’ Proposes Abolishing Voter Registration Laws by 2029

Elie Mystal, a prominent legal commentator and author, has recently put forward a bold proposition in his new book “Bad Law,” calling for the elimination of voter registration laws in the United States. His argument is part of a wider critique in which he outlines ten laws that he believes are impeding American progress. During a recent interview, Mystal referred to his book as his “Project 2029,” emphasizing his vision for a reformed legal landscape by the end of the decade. In “Bad Law,” Mystal argues that certain existing statutes are not only obsolete but … Read more

Elie Charbel of A2Z Media Group to Bring Expertise to Athar Awards 2024 Jury Panel

Beirut, Lebanon — The advertising world is gearing up for the Athar Awards 2024, and this year, the panel of judges will be graced by the presence of Elie Charbel, CEO of A2Z Media Group. Known for his sharp business acumen and innovative thinking in media, Charbel’s inclusion on the jury is anticipated to bring a fresh perspective to the evaluation process of the region’s most creative advertising campaigns. The Athar Awards, highly regarded in the Middle Eastern advertising community, aim to showcase and honor outstanding creative achievements in advertising, digital media, and communications. It … Read more

Judge Upholds Freedom of Expression: Key Restriction Lifted on Controversial Book Ban Law Impacting Elie Wiesel’s ‘Night’

A federal judge in Wichita, Kansas has ruled to block a “bizarre” book ban law that aimed to restrict access to Elie Wiesel’s memoir “Night.” The legislation was intended to prevent students up to the 12th grade from being exposed to books containing sexual content or explicit language. Judge Julie Robinson deemed the law unconstitutional, stating that it violated the First Amendment rights of students and teachers. The book ban law was introduced in July 2020 by the Kansas legislature. It targeted over 60 books, including classic novels like “The Catcher in the Rye” and … Read more