The Impacts and Effects of Capital Punishment: The Death Penalty in America

This program aims to foster policy discussions related to the implementation and the use of capital punishment throughout the United States, particularly within the state of Georgia. A moderated panel featuring both students (from the Capital Defenders Clinic) and professionals (from the Capital Habeas Unit and GA Innocence Project, among others) will discuss capital punishment and its impacts on both the American Criminal Justice System and incarcerated Americans. This event will be co-sponsored with GSU's Criminal Law Society.

ACS Presents: AG Matt Platkin

Matthew J. Platkin is the 62nd Attorney General of New Jersey. Attorney General Platkin’s top priority is protecting the rights and safety of New Jersey residents, and restoring public trust in government. His work includes investigating and prosecuting crimes, combating gun violence, enforcing strong consumer protection laws, protecting civil and reproductive rights, regulating important industries, rooting out corruption, and overseeing over 40,000 law enforcement officers throughout the state. Prior to his role as Attorney General, Platkin served as Chief Counsel to Governor Murphy.

In his talk, AG Platkin will cover his career path in public service and careers in public service broadly, employment opportunities at OAG (honors program and internships), and voting rights/election integrity. Q&A to follow.

How to Make a Majority Opinion

ACS hosts Justice Elizabeth Welch of the Michigan Supreme Court on 9/26/2024 at 12:30 pm in Eck 1140. Justice Welch will be walking through the mechanics of stitching together majority opinions on a closely divided court, giving insight into the kinds of compromises made to get a majority.

Supreme Court Institute

The Supreme Court Institute, the American Constitute Society (GULC Chapter), and the Federalist Society (GULC Chapter) invite you to attend the Supreme Court Preview (October Term 2024). Featuring Professor Michele Goodwin, Professor Marty Lederman, and SCI Director Debbie Shrager. Moderated by Professor Irv Gornstein, Executive Director of the Supreme Court Institute.

Ice cream social to follow.

ACS Alabama: Volunteer Interest Meeting

We’re excited to invite you to an Interest Meeting for the American Constitution Society. The nation’s largest progressive legal network is dedicated to supporting and advocating for laws and legal systems that redress the founding failures of our Constitution

In this meeting, we’ll:

  • Share our mission, values, and ongoing initiatives.
  • Discuss ways to get involved—through hands-on volunteering, advocacy, or organizing.
  • Meet like-minded individuals who share a passion for progressive change.
  • Answer any questions you may have about joining us.

Your time and talents could make a real impact on our community and beyond, and we’d love to have you on our team!