Justice By Design

Kimberly Atkins Stohr discusses gun violence prevention and advocacy with Josh Horwitz, a professor in gun violence prevention and advocacy. They discuss the need for stronger gun laws and the effectiveness of measures such as limiting magazine capacity, implementing extreme risk protection orders, and promoting safe storage of firearms. They also address the issue of arming teachers and the role of the Supreme Court in shaping gun control laws, the conversation highlights the importance of evidence-based policies to reduce gun violence. More from Josh Horwitz Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions website The Center’s 5 priority solutions Sufficiently Analogous Podcast

Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Jill Wine-Banks discuss the importance of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and its potential impact on achieving gender equality in the United States.  They highlight the ongoing challenges faced by women in terms of pay equity, representation, and societal expectations. Jill shares her personal experiences as a trailblazer in the legal profession and her involvement in advocating for women's rights. 

Host Kimberly Atkins Stohr speaks with Gabe Roth from Fix the Court about the estimated $4 million in gifts received by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas from conservative donors, raising concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the Court. The conversation covers the erosion of public trust in the Court due to rapid precedent changes, ethics lapses, and the absence of oversight. Roth suggests reforms like live streaming proceedings, implementing term limits, enforcing ethics rules, and requiring greater disclosure. Kim and Gabe debate topics like impeachment, court packing, and the necessity of judicial term limits, emphasizing the challenges of reform and the crucial role of public pressure in driving change. Kim's Article

Kimberly Atkins Stohr speaks with Rachel Rebouche, Dean of Temple Law School, about the impact of the Dobbs decision on reproductive healthcare. They discuss the challenges faced by pregnant individuals in accessing emergency care and the implications for medical education.  Kim and Rachel  explore potential solutions, including reframing the public discourse around Dobbs and working towards overturning the decision through litigation or a constitutional amendment.

Barb McQuade, author of 'Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America,' discusses the threat of disinformation and its impact on society. She highlights the role of both foreign adversaries and individuals within the country in spreading false claims.  Barb emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing this problem to protect democracy. She also discusses the need for updated laws to hold social media companies accountable for the algorithms they use and the personal data they collect.  Barb provides tips for individuals to protect themselves from falling for disinformation, including checking multiple sources and verifying the credibility of the information.

Kimberly Atkins Stohr, Tara Setmayer & A’shanti F. Gholar focus on solutions for the gender gap in political power centers. They discuss the importance of mobilizing women voters and recruiting, training, and empowering democratic women.  They highlight the need for a coalition of women and male allies to address the attack on women's rights and the impact of political decisions on women's lives. The conversation also emphasizes the responsibility of men in supporting gender equality and protecting women's rights. The guests stress the importance of finding common ground and building a larger coalition to protect democracy and achieve gender parity. https://www.senecaproject.us/ https://emergeamerica.org/

Kimberly Atkins-Stohr interviews Marc Elias, the founder of Democracy Docket, about the importance of protecting voting rights and the challenges faced in doing so. They discuss the dangerous rhetoric of former President Donald Trump and the need to take his words seriously. They also highlight the barriers to voting, such as long wait times and gerrymandering, and the impact these have on marginalized communities. The conversation emphasizes the need for congressional legislation to protect voting rights and the importance of individuals speaking out and taking action. https://www.democracydocket.com/

Kimberly Atkins Stohr, of The Webby Award winning podcast #SistersInLaw, the Boston Globe and MSNBC, is launching a new podcast. In "Justice by Design," Kimberly explores how justice is meticulously crafted in our society, bringing to the table the heroes working on the ground to find real solutions to our most pressing issues.