Welcome to the Portia
Once called “Faculty Blog” and “Student Blog,” the Portia explores novel topics from the Faculty and Students at New England Law Boston. The Blog complements our long-standing print and online publication, providing in-depth insight into current legal discourse.
Faculty Blog
Explore the prestigious works and specialties of New England Law Boston Faculty.
Student Blog
Students from New England Law Boston can showcase new and innovative ideas and provide unique insight into novel issues.
Recent Posts
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Trump’s War on “Narco-Terrorists” Upends the Rule of Law
Bipartisan leaders are investigating allegations that the Trump administration ordered unlawful killings following U.S. strikes in the Caribbean. As military operations there expand…
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Pulling Offers for Aspiring Government Attorneys is a Dangerous Game
The Trump administration’s rapid policy changes, notably the 90-day federal hiring freeze, have raised concerns about the future of the federal workforce. This…
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Selecting an “A” Student over a “B” Student; Why the Use of Selective Criteria for Vocational Schools in Massachusetts Must End
Massachusetts vocational schools face significant challenges due to discriminatory admissions practices, affecting 40% of applicants. While offering essential career skills, selective criteria disproportionately…
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Climate Change and Taxes
This post examines the economics of sustainability, focusing on “Green Taxes” like carbon tax that targets harmful environmental activities. While such taxes encourage…
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Presidential Election Spectators No More
The 2020 presidential campaign predominantly focused on swing states, leaving non-swing state voters feeling excluded. Despite a majority favoring the direct election of…
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Generating . . . Client Confidentiality Concerns in the Use of Generative AI Technology
Since the emergence of low- to no-cost public access to more sophisticated uses of artificial intelligence (“AI”), there has been lively discussion regarding…