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LDAD and DDF Appeal the New York Attorney Grievance Committee’s Response to Ethics Complaint Filed Against Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
LDAD and Democracy Defenders Fund filed a formal request for reconsideration with the New York Attorney Grievance Committee, urging the Chair of the Committee to reverse the Chief Attorney’s recent refusal to open an investigation of Acting Attorney Todd Blanche.
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Meeting the Moment Initiative
LDAD has launched “Meeting the Moment – A Call for Lawyers to Lead,” asking lawyers to engage with their communities about what is at stake and why it should matter to everyone. Meeting the Moment seeks to engage lawyers, businesses, the media, nonprofit organizations, faith communities, civic and community groups, and others in the fight to preserve our democratic institutions and the rule of law. Check out our growing list of resources on our Meeting the Moment tab.
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