Process

Menendez Brothers’ Attorney Alleges Rigged Process in Recent Parole Hearings

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Newark, New Jersey — The attorney representing the Menendez brothers has raised concerns about the integrity of their recent parole hearings, alleging that the process was compromised. This assertion follows a decision from New Jersey state officials to deny the brothers’ bids for parole, stemming from their convictions in the 1989 murders of their parents. The Menendez brothers, Erik and Lyle, have spent over three decades in prison for the killings, a case that captivated national media attention in the early 1990s. In their hearings, which took place earlier this month, both brothers presented arguments … Read more

Is Massachusetts’ Direct Democracy Thriving or Struggling? A Look at the Complex Legacy of the Initiative Process

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In Boston, Massachusetts, a longstanding debate about the implications of direct democracy is intensifying as the state’s initiative-and-referendum process faces scrutiny regarding its legitimacy and efficacy. The ability of citizens to propose and vote on laws and constitutional amendments has come under fire, especially amid concerns over recent legislative actions that many view as undermining voter decisions. Proponents of ballot initiatives argue that citizens have been consistently thwarted by lawmakers manipulating or disregarding voter-approved measures, particularly those aimed at lowering the income tax and implementing a Clean Elections campaign finance system. Detractors claim that some … Read more

Join Magistrate Judge Catherine Taylor on August 21 for Insights into the Judicial Process at Lunch with a Leader

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Los Alamos, New Mexico, is gearing up for an insightful community event featuring Magistrate Judge Catherine (Katy) Taylor. Scheduled for August 21 from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., the “Lunch with a Leader” will take place at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall on Sage. Taylor, who was elected to her position in 2022, is expected to provide attendees with an in-depth look at the judicial process. Judge Taylor, raised on California’s Central Coast as the youngest of five brothers in a farming family, has a rich background in public service. She earned her bachelor’s degree in … Read more

New Hampshire Residents Now Face Streamlined Process for Online Purchases with Enhanced Postal Selection Tools

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New Hampshire residents have a streamlined way to participate in various online purchases, thanks to a user-friendly electronic form designed for collecting essential shipping information. This form includes dropdown menus for selecting a state and country, alongside fields for entering ZIP codes. Customers can easily choose their state from an extensive list, which encompasses all 50 states, as well as U.S. territories and regions like Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Alongside the selection for states, a separate dropdown menu is designated for countries, featuring both the United States and numerous international options. This … Read more