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Dear Jurors, “A lot of the glory goes to…you!”

Posted on June 26, 2023 by Naomi

Now wait, now wait.Give credit where it’s due.A lot of the glory goes to you. — Professor Henry Higgins to Colonel Pickering, while Eliza Doolittle, who deserves that “lot of the glory,” stands by silently. And ignored. In all the … Continue reading →

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Paths Crossed: Hon. Kevin Duffy

Posted on April 13, 2020 by Naomi

Kevin Duffy died this past week, a victim of the Coronavirus. I met him once, although I don’t think “met” is the correct word, since we weren’t introduced. I do think I identified myself at some point, the point where … Continue reading →

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I’ve been thinking about the DC Grand Jury

Posted on August 7, 2017 by Naomi

UPDATE 8/11/2017. Even before you look at my musings, read this, from the Brennan Center, about how grand juries are selected and why Alan Dershowitz and Sean Hannity are wrong to suggest Trump won’t get a fair investigation in Washington, … Continue reading →

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