This has been a busy but inspiring week for me, as we have had over 40 new prosecutors here at the School of Government for training. It is always a treat for me to work with aspiring public servants, and this group has impressed me as particularly serious and committed. But the world has not stopped turning while I have been immersed in this training program: 1. I blogged here about Superior Court Judge Greg Weeks’ recent ruling under the Racial Justice Act, and noted that the state has announced its intention to appeal. Professor Doug Berman argues here that the state might be better served by not appealing and instead focusing on future cases. I’m not sure I’m convinced, but of course, it’s not my decision. 2. Former Senator John Edwards’ trial continues in Greensboro. As far as I can tell from reading the newspaper, it is embarrassing for all involved, with former aide Andrew Young admitting that he spent the donations in question in large part on his large personal home outside Chapel Hill, which includes a swimming pool and home theater. He says that he “lost [his] perspective.” 3. Speaking of the News and Observer, it recently ran this article about the legal job market in the Triangle. The article’s thesis is that the market, while still weak, is getting better. As evidence, it reports that one career services officer at a local law school has seen a reduction in students breaking down in tears in her office. [...]
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