PSJD Public Interest News Digest – April 21, 2023

Sam Halpert, NALP Director of Public Service Initiatives

Photo: Harris and Ewing Collection, Library of Congress

Hello, interested public!

This week I am flying solo, and there are some big stories being covered. First, the Editor’s Choice this week focuses on the growing situation surrounding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Second, the Supreme Court has allowed access to the abortion pill mifepristone until it can decide on the case. Third, St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner is facing allegations from former staff and the Missouri Attorney General as she tries to implement a progressive prosecutorial mindset in her office. And finally, strides have been made toward greater access to healthcare for immigrants, those seeking abortions, and those seeking gender-affirming care.

As always, these stories and more are in the links below.

Happy reading,

Brittany

Editor’s Choice(s)

Eye on AI

Student Loans & Student Debt

Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, & Reproductive Rights

Immigration & Refugee Issues

Environmental Crisis

Access to Justice – Civil & Economic

Access to Justice – Criminal

Criminal Justice Reform and Counter-Reform

Public Safety