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The Rule of Law & The Supreme Court

Columned facade of the U.S. Supreme Court with statue in front
AP Photo / Jon Elswick

The rule of law is at the foundation of America's justice system. But this principle that all Americans must abide by the law is "endangered," according to Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts. What does it mean if the Trump administration chooses not to abide by court orders? And is the current Supreme Court able to uphold the rule of law?

Panelists:
Dmitry Bam, vice dean, provost, professor of law, University of Maine School of Law
William Harwood, former Maine Public Advocate; longtime partner at Verrill Dana law firm
Susan Faunce, attorney, Berman & Simmons; president, Maine State Bar Association

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Jonathan was born in Monsey, New York. A field trip to Washington, DC when he was in 7th grade started him on his circuitous path to a career in public radio. The trip inspired a love of politics and led to his desire to one day call DC home. After graduating from Grinnell College, he worked on a couple of campaigns in Iowa (presidential and congressional) and moved to Washington, DC.