Category Archives: Lawyers

In this era of admirable prosecutors, I still have a defense soul

Posted on December 2, 2023 by Naomi

Which is why I eagerly read a long piece of great journalism in a Sunday’s New York Times Magazine, “A Homeless Man Attacked Him. But Was There More to the Story?”, by Jesse Barron. As soon as I absorbed the … Continue reading →

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Media figures may wander off into the Trump weeds, but I’m not going with them

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Naomi

Yesterday I heard a news show host I like a lot ask a lawyer a question. To paraphrase, “With Trump protesting about his innocence and making accusations supported by his GOP followers, shouldn’t Jack Smith go public in response?” I … Continue reading →

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What’s another term for hero?

Posted on May 20, 2023 by Naomi

I ask because I’ve spent a few hours trying to find one. If I’m suggesting we should not elevate heroes to godlike status, applaud but not worship people who’ve done terrific things…well, what should we call them? An admirable woman, … Continue reading →

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