Voices of Resistance: Female Supreme Court Justices and the Power of Dissent in Reproductive Rights Landmark Cases

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This thesis project examines the role of female Supreme Court justices in shaping the landscape of reproductive rights through the strategic use of dissenting opinions. By analyzing key cases such as Roe v. Wade, Planned Parenthood v. Casey, Dobbs v.…

This thesis project examines the role of female Supreme Court justices in shaping the landscape of reproductive rights through the strategic use of dissenting opinions. By analyzing key cases such as Roe v. Wade, Planned Parenthood v. Casey, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, and Moyle v. United States, this research explores how dissent has served as a powerful form of judicial advocacy, particularly in advancing gender equity and reproductive justice. The study highlights how female justices' dissents provide critical legal reasoning that can influence future case law, public discourse, and policy, offering a nuanced perspective on ideological divides within the Court and their impact on reproductive rights jurisprudence. Through this lens, the thesis underscores the enduring significance of dissent as both a legal and cultural tool in the ongoing struggle for reproductive autonomy.
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2024-12
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Shroom for Improvement: The Implications of Psilocybin Research on Scheduling and its Impacts in the Medical and Legal Fields

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Psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found organically in psychedelic mushrooms, is currently classified as a Schedule I drug with no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Schedule I classification regulations on psilocybin largely makes doing significant research infeasible…

Psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found organically in psychedelic mushrooms, is currently classified as a Schedule I drug with no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Schedule I classification regulations on psilocybin largely makes doing significant research infeasible due to bureaucratic and financial barriers. Despite this classification, some researchers have studied the impact of ingesting psilocybin as a means of treating mental disorders and other conditions. Current and past research shows promising results for psilocybin’s ability to alleviate symptoms associated with mental disorders while also having a low abuse potential. In the interest of public benefit for the discovery of novel treatments and insight into brain function, psilocybin must be redesignated to allow for more extensive research in order to determine its therapeutic potential.
Date Created
2024-05
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Mapping Histories of LGBTQ+ Migrant Discrimination and Resistance in the US

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Although Immigration and LGBTQ+ issues have been at the forefront of political discourse in the US, there is often less of an emphasis on the intersection of these two. LGBTQ+ migrants often face a disproportionate amount of abuse and assault…

Although Immigration and LGBTQ+ issues have been at the forefront of political discourse in the US, there is often less of an emphasis on the intersection of these two. LGBTQ+ migrants often face a disproportionate amount of abuse and assault while in transit or detention compared to their straight counterparts, yet receive considerably less media attention. As congresspeople, news sources, and past presidents villainize or infantilize immigrants, what is spread by the general media is often not a true reflection of the nuanced and diverse stories of migration–much less for those with intersecting identities like LGBTQ+ migrants. This project is in collaboration with “DETAINED: Voices from the Migrant Incarceration System,” which aims to provide the public with real narratives of those who previously have been or are currently incarcerated in detention centers. The stories highlight the humanity of migration, deconstructing the false narratives spread by the media. This StoryMap will dissect LGBTQ migrant discrimination and resistance in three sections. The first is an exploration of policy, law, and historical moments that impacted the way in which the US immigration system is set up. The second is a collection of individual LGBTQ migrant stories while in detention or in transit. The third is an exploration of acts of resistance to discrimination, violence, and alienation experienced by LGBTQ migrants. This is meant to be viewed digitally, find the StoryMap at this link: https://arcg.is/108Wan

Date Created
2024-05
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Invisible to Visible: Changing the Lives of Those Impacted Through Community Organizing

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In 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom passed Senate Bill 731 (SB731), landmark legislation that would allow individuals’ old convictions, or even an arrest without conviction, to be electronically sealed. Doing this would allow millions of people who fall into this…

In 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom passed Senate Bill 731 (SB731), landmark legislation that would allow individuals’ old convictions, or even an arrest without conviction, to be electronically sealed. Doing this would allow millions of people who fall into this category to not bear the burden of having limitations from their past lives. In understanding how transitional and pivotal this piece of legislation can be, the impact that it could have might be stifled due to various barriers. Understanding these truths, I take on the challenge of documenting my work with communities and community organizers to bridge the gap that is present so that we ensure that disenfranchised groups are aware and take advantage of legislation that has the potential to change their lives.
Date Created
2024-05
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The Rise of Activism on Campus: An Analysis of Ethnic Studies Role in Understanding Forms of Democratic Engagement Among College Students

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In contemporary society, the intersection between education and democratic engagement has become a focal point of inquiry, with researchers and educators alike recognizing the profound impact that educational experiences can have on shaping an individual's level of democratic engagement. Within…

In contemporary society, the intersection between education and democratic engagement has become a focal point of inquiry, with researchers and educators alike recognizing the profound impact that educational experiences can have on shaping an individual's level of democratic engagement. Within this broader discourse, an increasingly relevant and pressing question emerges: How does the perception of, or the content within, ethnic studies education influence different forms of democratic engagement among college students who are notoriously known for their apathetic participation in politics and democracy? This inquiry delves into the intricate relationship between educational interventions addressing ethnic studies and the subsequent choices made by the emerging generation of politically active individuals. Understanding the nuances of this connection is crucial for informed educational practices and policies that seek to cultivate an engaged and socially conscious citizenry.
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2024-05
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Eutopia Zine

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The Eutopia zine explores Utopian philosophy through several essays and art pieces. Utopianism is often critiques for being naïve and unrealistic. This zine aims to analyze and counter that criticism by proposing that the value of utopianism is not to…

The Eutopia zine explores Utopian philosophy through several essays and art pieces. Utopianism is often critiques for being naïve and unrealistic. This zine aims to analyze and counter that criticism by proposing that the value of utopianism is not to create the end product of "utopia", but to consider how envisioning better futures can help guide our present action and resistance. The zine is available for viewing online here: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/c09f6227e8.html

Date Created
2024-05
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Enhancing Community Corrections in Arizona: The Inside Perspective

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This project analyzes a survey given to currently incarcerated men and women in Arizona asking about their experiences on community supervision, what motivated them, what challenges they faced, and what ideas they have for resources or aspects of the program…

This project analyzes a survey given to currently incarcerated men and women in Arizona asking about their experiences on community supervision, what motivated them, what challenges they faced, and what ideas they have for resources or aspects of the program that would help support their success. This is to bring light to the incarcerated perspective on these issues, provide insight into lived experiences on community supervision, and uncover what helps and what hinders people’s success in community corrections programs on a structural level. After describing the survey conducted and the results collected, formal and practical recommendations for the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry are made based on this research and existing literature, designed to help improve the way community corrections operates to cultivate more successful completions and foster rehabilitation.
Date Created
2024-05
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