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U.S. District Judge Alvin W. Thompson Honored with Inaugural Community Leader Award for Promoting Civic Education and Strengthening Democracy

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Hartford, Connecticut – U.S. District Judge Alvin W. Thompson has been granted the prestigious Community Leader Award by the Connecticut Democracy Center. The Hartford-based organization, known for its promotion of civic engagement and stewardship of the Old State House, recognizes Judge Thompson for his extensive involvement in educational initiatives centered around the role of courts in upholding the rule of law. Connecticut’s Chief U.S. District Judge Michael Shea acknowledged Judge Thompson’s commendable commitment to fostering civic education and empowering individuals to actively participate in our democratic society. He commended Thompson’s unwavering efforts to promote awareness … Read more

Opposition Leader Lee Jae-myung Faces Disciplinary Action as Lawyer Over Multiple Criminal Charges

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Seoul, South Korea – Prosecutors are requesting the national bar association to consider disciplinary action against opposition leader Lee Jae-myung as a lawyer. They are citing multiple criminal charges that he is currently standing trial for. The application was filed on Dec. 14 with the Korean Bar Association, claiming that Lee’s dignity as a lawyer has been compromised due to these charges. Lee, who is both the leader of the main opposition Democratic Party and a lawyer by profession, is facing indictment and trial for five different cases. Among these cases are corruption charges related … Read more

Senegal’s Constitutional Council Delivers Blow to Opposition Leader Sonko’s Presidential Aspirations, Sparking Legal Battle

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DAKAR, Senegal — The Senegal Constitutional Council has barred opposition leader Ousmane Sonko from running in the upcoming presidential election. This decision is a blow to the hopes of his supporters, who see him as a strong contender against incumbent President Macky Sall. The council stated that Sonko did not meet the legal requirements to run for president due to an ongoing legal case against him. Sonko, a former tax inspector and rising political star, has been accused of rape by a beauty salon employee. He denies the allegations and claims they are politically motivated. … Read more

Former Gang Leader Seeks Release on House Arrest Before Trial in Tupac Shakur Case

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LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Duane ‘Keefe D’ Davis and his attorneys will request his release from jail during a hearing before a Clark County judge. They argue that Davis is neither a threat to the community nor a flight risk. Davis seeks to be placed under house arrest, with a proposed bail amount not exceeding $100,000. His attorneys assert that his health has deteriorated since his arrest last September. Prosecutors, however, oppose his release, citing Davis’ alleged confessions to the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. The motion filed by Davis’ special public defenders, Robert Arroyo … Read more