Research & Publications

Publication
Nov 29, 2017
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  • Free Speech and Expression

Can a government official block you on Twitter?

More often than not, the First Amendment traffics in nuance, detail, and government intent. In applying it to the internet, we should expect nothing less.
Publication
Oct 17, 2017
Boston City Hall
  • Criminal Law Reform|
  • +6 Issues

Boston candidates share where they stand on policing issues

Publication
Sep 19, 2017
Boston Police Officer
  • Freedom of Religion and Belief|
  • +4 Issues

Coalition urges Boston Police Department to protect vulnerable communities from Trump

Publication
May 10, 2017
Carol Rose 2017 Headshot
  • Immigrants' Rights

Sanctuary cities need not fear a new federal bully

In Massachusetts, we’re not afraid of bullies; after all, we’re championing freedom in communities and courtrooms.
Publication
Apr 17, 2017
Annie Dookhan and attorney
  • Criminal Law Reform

The Entire Criminal Justice System Is Tainted, Not Just The Dookhan Convictions

Publication
Apr 6, 2017
Carol Rose WGBH
  • Criminal Law Reform|
  • +1 Issue

Local enforcement of ICE detainers violate protections in the state constitution

Law enforcement officers can’t arrest somebody because somebody else asked them to, even if that someone is the federal government.
Publication
Mar 20, 2017
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  • Criminal Law Reform|
  • +1 Issue

To fix racial disparities, legislators must repeal mandatory minimums and address race

Publication
Mar 3, 2017
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  • Freedom of Religion and Belief

Islamic Society of Greater Worcester another step closer to establishing Dudley cemetery

We were glad to assist in ensuring that the religious liberties and civil rights of all are protected.
Publication
Feb 22, 2017
Matthew Segal speaks to reporters outside the Boston federal court following the February 1st hearing on Louhghalam v. Trump
  • Immigrants' Rights

How Massachusetts attorneys sprang into action following President Trump's Muslim ban

“As soon as we heard about the illegal, unconstitutional, and dangerous Muslim ban, we began trying to help its victims.”