270: Make 1984 Great Again

270: Make 1984 Great Again

Author: Politicon January 10, 2026 Duration: 1:14:11

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to mourn the killing of Renée Good by an ICE agent, weigh its legal implications, explain the jurisdictional challenges playing out between the state of Minnesota and the federal government, and share the ways they find hope amid tragedy.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the legality of the Trump administration’s takeover of Venezuela and kidnapping of its President, looking at the future of their oil industry, charges against Maduro in NY, and what it all means for international law and foreign relations.  They also review the legal arguments in the upcoming SCOTUS case centered on transgender athletes and the decision’s implications.

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Four women who have been at the very center of American legal and political power come together for frank, insightful, and often surprising conversations. #SistersInLaw, from Politicon, features Joyce Vance, Barbara McQuade, Kimberly Atkins Stohr, and Jill Wine-Banks-each a former federal prosecutor or top legal analyst-as they dissect the week’s most pressing news. This podcast goes beyond the headlines, offering a unique blend of legal expertise, historical context, and sharp commentary that only insiders with their depth of experience can provide. Listeners hear these sisters in law break down complex court rulings, political maneuvers, and constitutional questions with clarity and a shared sense of purpose. Their dynamic discussions cut through the noise, revealing the underlying mechanisms of justice and governance. It’s a masterclass in understanding how the law truly intersects with politics and daily life, delivered with the candor and rapport of trusted colleagues. For anyone seeking to comprehend the real stakes behind today’s stories, this is an essential listen.
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254: Threat To The First Amendment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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253: We Are All In This Together [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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252: The Rules Of Calvin Ball [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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251: Nullification [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:03
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250: Everything Is Stupid [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:49
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249: Trump Versus D.C [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:10
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Duration: 59:55
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