Sam MarcossoninI Taught the LawImpeaching & Convicting Trump Even After January 20: Necessary & ProperAfter the events of January 6, in which the sitting President of the United States incited his supporters to violence and was responsible…Jan 18, 20211Jan 18, 20211
Sam MarcossoninI Taught the LawCollege Students A Free Pass For Ignoring COVID Rules. Not.Sometimes it’s hard to keep ahead of the backlashes. First there was criticism of college and university administrators for their bad…Sep 5, 2020Sep 5, 2020
Sam MarcossoninI Taught the LawLMPD Blues: Civil Disobedience and the Abuse of Police AuthorityCivil disobedience constitutes a bargain between protesters and government. Since civil disobedience involves breaking the law, protesters…Jul 18, 2020Jul 18, 2020
Sam MarcossoninI Taught the LawJust Look Who’s Demanding “Special Rights” NowThe Supreme Court’s decisions this Term dealing with claims of religious freedom have been deeply troubling. In twin decisions issued on…Jul 15, 20201Jul 15, 20201
Sam MarcossoninI Taught the LawClarence Thomas: Constitutional BulldozerIt was truly a remarkable performance, and it should not go unnoticed. Attention must be paid. In the space of just two days, in just four…Jul 3, 20201Jul 3, 20201
Sam MarcossonThe “JUSTICE” Act and Washington CynicismI warn you in advance: this is going to be very cynical. You might want to put on some protective clothing if you’re particularly…Jun 18, 2020Jun 18, 2020
Sam MarcossoninI Taught the LawBostock v. Clayton County: Initial ReflectionsThe Supreme Court’s 6–3 decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, GA., holding that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 bars…Jun 16, 2020Jun 16, 2020