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Law touches most aspects of life. Here to help make sense of it is the Stanford Legal podcast, where we look at the cases, questions, conflicts, and legal stories that affect us all every day. Pam Karlan studies and teaches a range of constitutional law-related courses with a special focus on what is known as the “law of democracy,”—the law that regulates voting, elections, and the political proce... more

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The Supreme Court has wrapped up a consequential term, issuing decisions that could shape executive power, constitutional rights, and the balance between the branches of government for years to come. Rulings on birthright citizenship, independent fed... more

This episode of The Declaration at 250 discussion spotlights a striking—and often overlooked—line in the Declaration of Independence: when despotism becomes systematic, “it is their right, it is their duty” to throw off such government. Martha Minow ... more

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the economy, but two Stanford Law alumni argue that existing tax frameworks are failing to capture—or fairly distribute—the value it generates. Jeremy Bearer-Friend, JD '14, a professor at George Washingto... more

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In the opening episode of The Declaration at 250, Michael McConnell introduces former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and historian David Kennedy to ask a deceptively simple question: what does it actually take for democracy to work?

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Condoleezza Rice
66th United States Secretary of State and Director of the Hoover Institution
Hoover Institution
Episode: The Declaration of Independence and Conditions for Democratic Flourishing
David Kennedy
Historian and author of Freedom from Fear
Stanford University
Episode: The Declaration of Independence and Conditions for Democratic Flourishing
Lucas Guttentag
Professor of the practice of law at Stanford; leading immigration law expert; founded ACLU Immigrants' Rights Project
Stanford Law School; ACLU Immigrants' Rights Project
Episode: Inside the Trump Administration's Immigration Agenda
Michael Luttig
Judge, former US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit; requested speaker
U.S. Court of Appeals, former General Counsel at Boeing
Episode: The Law Must Be King
Greg Rosen
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney; argued cases for the United States
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Columbia
Episode: When Government Lawyers Draw the Line
Liz Oyer
Former pardon attorney at DOJ; public defender background
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Pardon Attorney
Episode: When Government Lawyers Draw the Line
Stacey Young
Former DOJ civil division and civil rights attorney
Department of Justice
Episode: When Government Lawyers Draw the Line
Nate Persily
James McClatchy Professor of Law at Stanford; Professor of Communication; co-author of The Law of Democracy
Stanford Law School
Episode: Voting Rights at a Turning Point
Sophia Lin Lakin
Director of the Voting Rights Project at the American Civil Liberties Union
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Episode: Who Gets to Vote?

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Pam Karlan
Host of Stanford Legal podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • A wealth of legal knowledge

    The amount of legal expertise on this podcast is astounding! Both the hosts and the guests dive deep into important current topics. I look forward to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    francesg29
    United States2 months ago
  • Super liberal

    Female host is weird socially and emotionally; Anti Trump super liberal , bias, not legal news and analysis but a bias complaining podcast , this is a waste of time

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EZ209-A
    United States6 months ago
  • Super liberal

    Anti Trump super liberal , bias, not legal news and analysis but a bias complaining podcast , this is a waste of time

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    EZ209-A
    United States6 months ago
  • Great, I could follow 95%

    I will definitely listen to this show again. I’ve spent today trying to better understand what’s going on with redistricting and gerrymandering and the redrawing democracy episode helped tremendously. I was unable to follow the entire discussion around the Louisiana case in the Supreme Court because I didn’t understand the definitions of the types of districts like majority-minority and when/how mapping entities might create them. Will look those up, read about the case, and listen to the last 1... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    1660cougar
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just right for me!

    The conversations are though provoking and the topics are oh-so relevant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forever_Eagle
    United Statesa year ago

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#187
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The Law Must Be King
Q: Is limited constitutional reform a viable path to address the current governance crisis?
Limited, piecemeal amendments are unlikely to be ratified given the current political climate, and practical safeguards should instead focus on restoring norms, accountability, and the integrity of institutions.
The Law Must Be King
Q: What should be the judiciary's role when Congress is visibly absent from major questions about executive power?
The judiciary should not step in to replace Congress; instead, there must be a restrained, principled defense of constitutional boundaries, and reforms that reinforce the separation of powers without overriding democratic processes.
Voting Rights at a Turning Point
Q: How is this going to affect the 2026 and 2028 elections, given changes to redistricting practices and potential challenges to districts?
The discussion anticipates that several states may redraw or adjust districts, with a few minority-representative seats potentially affected in the near term, while long-term effects could include broader litigation and shifts in how districts are drawn to reflect partisanship and race concerns.
Voting Rights at a Turning Point
Q: Could you walk us through what's happened on that side of the ledger regarding partisan gerrymandering and the Court's updating of Gingles?
Persily describes the shift from a federal court view that partisan gerrymandering was unconstitutional to a recognition that remedies are in Congress or state legislatures, with the Court effectively updating Gingles in a way that narrows minority protection and raises the bar for successful minority-voting claims.
Who Gets to Vote?
Q: Why is there concern about using unredacted voter rolls and sensitive data?
Because releasing sensitive data can threaten voter privacy and safety, and the data is not always stored or protected in a way that guarantees individual security.

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What is Stanford Legal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on constitutional law, democracy, and how policy shapes everyday life. Across recent episodes, discussions focus on the DOJ's internal norms, voting rights and redistricting, immigration enforcement, and the interplay between federal power and states' rights. Guests include law professors, former DOJ officials, and civil liberties advocates who unpack complex legal mechanisms—from the Voting Rights Act and birthright citizenship to major questions doctrine and environmental regulation—bridging historical context with contemporary policy debates. The format often blends deep legal analysis with practical implications for governance and civil rights, making it a valuable resource for listeners who want rigorous, policy-relev... more

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