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mikeavitzurbba.bsky.social
Government Relations Director for the Boston Bar Ass'n. I post about policies affecting the legal profession, access to justice, and the law (sometimes movies). Views are my own.
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"In the face of efforts to undermine the independence of the legal profession, there is a continuing & increasing need for lawyers to offer competent representation to all—especially those who are vulnerable or out of political favor. The BBA encourages all members of our profession to do the same."

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More from the statement: "The BBA proudly and clearly reaffirms its commitment to the rule of law. ... bit.ly/41q4ftw

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From our Disappointing But Not Surprising Department... www.cnn.com/2025/03/05/p...

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Revolutionary Spaces marks the Boston Massacre's 250th anniversary today by debating whether to "extract vengeance against the soldiers or call for law and order above all else. Have your voice heard in a Town Meeting debate: vengeance or justice?" 1/x revolutionaryspaces.org/explore/upco...

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Important statement on the latest emerging threat to rule of law, as one firm is singled out for its work with special counsel Jack Smith—sending "a chilling message to all lawyers, that representation of individuals out of favor with the Administration could invite [government] retaliation."

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Even beyond the practical ramifications of this move, can we just take a moment to consider why a President should even have the power to fire a judge? It's only because the Immigration Court is housed within DOJ and effectively under its control. 1/3

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I want to make sure you've seen this important and timely statement from the BBA President!

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Long day but I'm back to post a little about the BBA's 15th annual Beacon Awards, hosted by President Matt McTygue.

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Hello, Bluesky! I've joined just in time to live-post about today's Walk to the Hill for Civil Legal Aid: equaljusticecoalition.org/walk @bostonbar.bsky.social

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