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The Cost of Bigotry in the Justice System: How Appointed Counsel’s Racism and Bigotry Deprives Defendants of Constitutional Rights
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The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts granted Anthony Dew a new trial, citing an actual conflict of interest due to his court-appointed counsel’s racist and Islamophobic social media posts. The decision highlights systemic bias within the criminal justice system and underscores a critical precedent for future cases involving racial discrimination in legal representation.
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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
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Massachusetts vocational schools face significant challenges due to discriminatory admissions practices, affecting 40% of applicants. While offering essential career skills, selective criteria disproportionately exclude students from low-income families and minorities. There is also a pressing need for more seats to accommodate increasing demand, emphasizing the urgency for reforms to ensure equitable admission opportunities.
