One of the most important aspects of our judicial system is its independence from the political and social influences that other country’s systems suffer from. But are we entering a situation where we might have judges for sale?
Look at Brazil—it seems whichever party is in power, the courts support that party. The president and former president are …
In federal court in Minneapolis three youthful terrorists, Somali men, were convicted of conspiracy to work with ISIL. They didn’t even leave the
country, but were found guilty of plotting to cooperate with ISIL to do terrorist acts. Actually, ten people were charged in total, but seven of them pleaded guilty without going to trial. http://www.startribune.com/somali-minnesota-terror-recruitment-what-i-saw-at-the-trial/383038331/
If this …
There are fascinating people who have studied insect behavior. They’re called “entomologists.” One of the well-known academics is E.O. Wilson—made even more well-known because of a PBS documentary about him. http://www.pbs.org/program/eo-wilson/
He, and others, have studied the “swarm behavior” of insects like ants and bees. As humans, we like to think we’re far superior to insects because of …
The Director of the FBI, John Corney, has announced a reduction in the recruiting of Americans to ISIL, especially Somali young men these terrorist organizations. That’s good news for everyone. But why is this trend happening? http://www.startribune.com/fbi-director-visiting-minneapolis-office-today-will-speak-to-media/382111931/
If you recall, in 2008, several Somali young men started disappearing from cities across the U.S. Here in Minnesota it was …
I’ve been asked several times: what’s it like to represent a sex offender?
After 30 years as a criminal defense lawyer, I’ve represented everyone you can imagine, charged with every kind of crime you can imagine. Still, I have to say that sex offenders are in a category all their own when it comes to criminals.
I think …
“If you’re charged with a crime and have enough money, you can hire a good lawyer, who’ll get you off.” True or False?
Answer: It depends! (Okay, I’ve been a lawyer for 30+ years) Here’s the best lawyer money can buy.
The idea that money can get you the best defense lawyer to get you out of trouble …
I accept several invitations every year to do book events. These can happen in book stores, libraries, book clubs, private events,a and speaking opportunities. I love doing book events and am particularly thankful to all the readers who come to meet me and, often, buy books! From a writer’s perspective, here’s what is great about book events:
Where do you want me to send your free book?