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	Facts vs. Fear January 19, 2010 Both the U.S. Supreme Court and the Missouri Supreme Court recently dealt with cases that address the issue of the rights of sex offenders under the law. In an editorial for the St. Louis Beacon, Professor Chad Flanders writes that this is an issue where statistical data needs to be closely analyzed and decisions must be guided by facts, rather than fear.
	DOJ Intensifies its Investigations January 15, 2010 As the Department of Justice amps up its antitrust investigations,the St. Louis Post-Dispatch asked Professor Thomas L. Greaney, who spent 10-years at the Justice Department, for feedback on what these investigations entail.
	Men Behaving Badly January 13, 2010 The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently acknowledged that there is a growing trend in the number of men alleging same-sex sexual harassment. In an article for Newsweek, Professor Marcia L. McCormick was asked to clarify the definition of sexual harassment and to discuss what motivates this kind of behavior.
	Lasting Lessons from Sen. Eagleton January 12, 2010 In a recent interview Mark Dayton, the Minnesota gubernatorial candidate, publicly admitted that he suffers from bouts of mild depression. Professor Joel K. Goldstein penned an editorial for the Minnesota Post in which he sites politicians - most notably Sen. Thomas Eagleton - who have grappled with depression, but continue to have commendable public service records.
	How To Be a Better In-House Counsel December 30, 2009 Professor Carol A. Needham was interviewed extensively by Missouri Lawyers Weekly about how in-house counsel can provide better assistance in 2010.
	If You Build It, They Will Come December 26, 2009 Professor Thomas L. Greaney was interviewed by the Albuquerque Journal about how large populations affect the sustainability of new hospitals.
	Dealing With Rogue Cops December 26, 2009 The Charleston Gazette recently reported that the state of West Virginia has been experiencing an onslaught of police misconduct incidents. In fact, law enforcement officials admit that once a police officer is certified, it is difficult to remove their badges. However, Professor Roger L. Goldman, an expert on police certification, argues the West Virginia laws are broad enough to decertify problem officers. This story, along with a direct quote from Prof. Goldman, also appeared in a newsletter from the Criminal Justice Journalists (CJJ), which provides a daily list of the nation's top crime and justice news stories.
	Death of the Public Option December 10, 2009 Professor Thomas L. Greaney penned an editorial, which was picked up by The Health Care Blog, about how the public option in the health care debate has been completely watered down.
	Power of Congress Trumps Constitutional Provision December 10, 2009 Recently, Missouri State Senator Jane Cunningham proposed a constitutional amendment to nullify a proposed federal health mandate. Bills like Cunningham's have been introduced in a handful of states. However, professors Roger L. Goldman and Joel K. Goldstein were quoted in the St. Louis Beacon about how this kind of action by Cunningham is unconstitutional.
	Advances in Technology Impact Legal Ethics December 9, 2009 In an interview for the Bureau of National Affairs, Professors Carol Needham and Michael Downey provided commentary about the ABA Commission on Ethics introductory list of issues it plans to address with regard to evolving technology and globalization of legal practice.
	Biracial Couples Still Face Social Hurdles December 8, 2009 Adjunct Professor Richard Middleton was interviewed by the St. Louis Beacon about the challenges interracial couples face.
	Vice President is Most Unbiased Adviser December 7, 2009 Vice President Joe Biden has been a trusted source of information, especially with regard to international policy, for President Barack Obama. However, with President Obama's recent decision to deploy additional troops to Afghanistan, many in the media debated whether Obama was breaking from Biden's counsel. In an editorial for the History News Service, Professor Joel K. Goldstein argues that Biden, much like Vice-President Walter Mondale did for President Jimmy Carter, continues to provide substantive advice in the decision-making process. This editorial also appeared in the Albany Times Union, Centre Daily Times, L.A. Progressive Newsletter, McClatchy website, McClatchy website, Portland Press Herald, Rome News-Tribune and the Winona Daily News.
	Professor Watson Explains Health Care December 4, 2009 For a round table discussion regarding health care reform, Professor Sidney D. Watson was interviewed on KWMU-FM 90.7 to break down the intricacies and answer questions from callers.
	Tributes to Professor Immel Pour In November 30, 2009 Dean Jeffrey E. Lewis and Professor John M. Griesbach were interviewed by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about the passing of Professor Emeritus of Law Vincent C. Immel. Honorable Michael Wolff and Joel K. Goldstein also shared their memories of Professor Immel for an article in Missouri Lawyers Media.
	Prof. McCormick Explains Family Medical Leave Act November 24, 2009 The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was established by Congress in 1993 to guarantee the right of working mothers and fathers to stay at home with their newborn child. However, FMLA is still a confusing law for expecting parents figuring out their options. Professor Marcia McCormick was interviewed by Oprah.com to clear up some of the biggest misconceptions about FMLA. Namely, that it is paid leave, which it is not.
	Prof. Goldstein Takes to the Delaware Airwaves November 22, 2009 For a discussion about Vice President Joe Biden, Professor Joel K. Goldstein was interviewed by 1150-AM WDEL Radio (Delaware).
	Professor Wagner Discusses Insider Trading November 19, 2009 The Hedge Fund Law Report interviewed Professor Constance Z. Wagner about when permissible market color becomes impermissible inside information.
	Glowing Book Review for Prof. Walker November 19, 2009 Professor Anders Walker's new book, The Ghost of Jim Crow: How Southern Moderates Used Brown v. Board of Education to Stall Civil Rights, examines the formative years of the civil rights movement and the legacies of three governors: LeRoy Collins of Florida, Luther Hodges of North Carolina and Jampes P. Coleman of Mississippi. During a dual interview and book review, the Tallahassee Democrat asserts that Walker "has made an important addition to the scholarship of the civil rights era."
	SLU Moot Court Teams Advance to Nationals November 18, 2009 Professor Christine Rollins was interview by Missouri Lawyers Media regarding two of SLU LAW's moot court teams taking the top spots at the regional competition. "They've basically been eating and sleeping this competition, and it's wonderful to see that their work has paid off," said Rollins. Unfortunately, due to competition rules, only one of the teams was allowed to advance to the national competition in New York City.
	Gay Rights Movement Must Change Goals November 9, 2009 Proposition 1, a bill that if passed would have allowed the legalization of gay marriage, was recently voted down in Maine. In response to this and the voting down of Proposition 8 in California, Professor Jeff A. Redding penned an editorial that was published by the Miami Herald calling for the Gay Rights Movement to completely revamp its goals and tactics.
	Wall Street Journal Taps Prof. Greaney November 9, 2009 Since 1945, the McCarran-Ferguson Act has given states the power to regulate insurers and freed companies from federal antitrust authority. But will repealing the antitrust exemption from the health insurance industry make local insurance markets more competitive? Yes, say House Democrats who are behind the push to repeal the exemption. For historical analysis on the McCarran-Ferguson law, the Wall Street Journal interviewed Professor Thomas L. Greaney.
	Improving the Processes of Politics November 3, 2009 As media pundits begin reflecting on President Obama's first year in office, Professor Joel K. Goldstein penned an editorial for the St. Louis Beacon that commends Obama's improvement towards the process of governing. From his dealings with Congress over health care reform, to his lengthy review of the war in Afghanistan, Goldstein asserts that President Obama's "actions regarding the process of governing reflect a commitment to better practices that are geared to eliminating the procedural breakdowns of the past and making national government work again."
	The Real Problem With Health Insurers November 2, 2009 For a column devoted to whether the health insurance industry should be stripped of its antitrust exemption, writer Mitch Hiltzik of the Los Angeles Times spoke with Professor Thomas Greaney about the overwhelming lack of competition in the health care industry.
	DOJ Cracks Down October 30, 2009 Professor Thomas L. Greaney was interviewed by the St. Louis Business Journal regarding the federal government's antitrust enforcement among dominant firms.
	Biden's Approval Ratings Drop October 28, 2009 Recent polling shows that Vice President Joe Biden's approval ratings have significantly dropped since the beginning of 2008. In an interview by Politico.com, Professor Joel K. Goldstein explains that when a President's public opinion lowers, it also affects the standings of the vice president.
	Professor Ammann To Be Honored October 27, 2009 Professor John J. Ammann was interviewed by the Belleville News Telegraph about his legal work on combating domestic violence and for his recent "Partners In Peace" award.
	Greaney Makes Media Rounds October 23, 2009 In a series of articles for pbs.org, the Associated Press/Chicago Tribune and Bloomberg.com, Professor Thomas L. Greaney was continually sought out for his analysis on the proposed removal of antitrust exemptions for the insurers industry. In interview after interview, Greaney stated that repealing the exemptions was not the "silver bullet" proponents are claiming. In fact, Greaney asserted that removing the exemptions would make very little difference when it comes to market competition.
	New Drug Court in St. Charles October 21, 2009 Professor Eric J. Miller offered expert analysis to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about a new drug court being implemented in St. Charles, Lincoln and Pike counties. The program is aimed at helping defendants with mental illness and substance abuse problems receive help. Professor Miller commented that both the political left and right have endorsed this kind of court system.
	Prof. Greaney Debates Impact of Antitrust Exemptions October 19, 2009 While the Senate debates a plan that could potentially end insurance companies' exemption from federal antitrust laws, the NationalJournal.com sought out Professor Thomas Greaney's analysis about the likely effects of lifting the exemptions. Greaney noted that there has been no evidence to support the claim that lifting exemptions will immediately trigger industry consolidation.
	Racial Disparities Still Exist in St. Louis October 6, 2009 St. Louis has endured a long and sad history of racial inequality. Yet, even after many years of efforts by lawyers and human rights activists, it still remains one of the most segregated cities in America. Professors John J. Ammann and Roger L. Goldman were interviewed by the St. Louis Beacon for a special series on race relations in St. Louis.