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Local government authority overview
Whether it’s repairing relationships between a community and its police, seeking protections against racial discrimination and wage theft in the workplace, or protecting voters seeking access to the ballot, governments at the state, local, and tribal levels can ensure its community’s rights are protected. Here are a few ways local government attorneys protect the rule of law.
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Publication5/12/2026
Pitts v. United States: Decision update and implications for future ballot seizures
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Publication4/30/2026
Louisiana v. Callais: Decision update and implications for voting rights
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Publication2/18/2026
Bost v. Illinois: Implications for local election officials
On January 14, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that candidates have the right to…