The Maine Federalist Society & the National Lawyer's Guild Presents: Clean Elections Debate
Monday, September 26th at 12:15 in the Moot Court Room
The National Lawyers Guild of Maine Law and the Maine Federalist Society will be hosting a debate on the Supreme Court decision Arizona Free Enterprise v. Bennett and its implications for the Maine Clean Elections Act. The debate will focus on:
1. The constitutionality of matching funds and the correctness of the Court's decision in the Arizona case;
2. The policy arguments for and against clean elections.
The speakers are:
For the Federalist Society, Bradley Smith, a Professor from Capital University School of Law and former chair of the Federal Elections Commission.
For the National Lawyers Guild of Maine Law, John Brautigam, former State Representative.
The event will be held Monday, September 26th at noon in the Moot Court room. Lunch will be provided.
Who: Federalist Society and National Lawers' Guild
What: Debate on Arizona Free Enterprise v. Bennett and Clean Elections
Where: Moot Court Room
When: Monday, Sept. 26 at noon
Why: Lunch provided by Chipotle
Wellness Fair Sponsored by the SBA
Wednesday September 28th in the Lobby at Noon
Browse the tables to see what resources are available at school and in the community to help relieve stress and add to your wellness in law school. Vendors may have coupons and free trials.
Child Care Connections
Carolyn Ehringhaus, a Local Massage Therapist
Portland Quest Center (Martial Arts)
Maine Rock Gym
Andrea Thompson McCall, Director of Community Service Learning,
University Interfaith Chaplain at the University of Southern Maine
Bill Nugent – Maine Lawyers Assistance Program
USM Counseling Services and Health Services
Maggie Clement of Atlantic Hypnotherapy
Pam Jackson, Director, WholeHeart Yoga Center www.wholeheartyoga.com
ABA Law Student Division Regional Fall Leadership Summit
September 30 and October 1
The ABA Law Student Division will hold a Regional Fall Leadership Summit on September 30 and October 1, 2011, at the New York Law School in New York City. Interested students can obtain additional information at abalsd@americanbar.org or by calling 312-988-5125.
The Red Mass and Reception (featuring Justice Robert Clifford)
Friday, September 30, 2011 at 11:00am (to be followed by a reception at 12:15pm)
The Red Mass is a mass celebrated annually at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Franklin Street in Portland for judges, attorneys, law school professors, students, and government officials. The Mass requests guidance for all who seek justice, and offers the opportunity to reflect on what Catholics believe is the God-given power and responsibility of all in the legal profession. However, PLEASE note, that this service is open to people of ALL faiths and all are encouraged to attend. The Red Mass is scheduled for Friday, September 30, 2011, at 11:00 am at the Cathedral, with a luncheon to follow immediately at The Portland Country Club (12:15-1:45). This year's speaker is Justice Robert Clifford, active-retired Justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court. Justice Clifford has lived a life of service, whether it be in the army, in Lewiston town government, the legislature, the court system, or his parish. Cost of attendance is normally $40, but for students the cost has been reduced to $20. Also, please note that if people do not want to attend the Mass at the church, they are more than welcome to just attend the luncheon/reception at the Portland Country Club. This is a good opportunity for law students to meet members of Maine's legal community and reflect on how they plan to use their degree to help promote justice. If anyone has any questions, feel free to contact Matt Libby at Matthew.K.Libby@maine.edu. To reserve your seat, please contact Denise Plourde at (207) 791-1210 or by email: dplourde@pierceatwood.com.
Events Coming Up Next Week
SBA Meeting Tuesday October 4th at 4:15pm in the Burman Lounge
All are welcome.
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