Law, Politics and Government
法、政治、政府
Lessons in this theme
12
The Chambers of Power: A Spring Stroll Through Tokyo’s Political Heart
Over the years I have seen many pictures of The National Diet Building in Nagatacho, but never actually came close to visiting it. Well, finally that day came, and it was grander than I expected. And we even got a chance to visit the Parliamentary Museum and the National Diet Library before our tour started!
The Ministry of Justice, Where We Found Justice After All
One sunny afternoon in December we strolled up to the Ministry of Justice building, or more commonly known as the Red Brick Building. Getting in to see the museum inside was a bit of a challange, but I have a tip for you so you don't run into a roadblock.
Akasaka Palace, the State Guest House
Ever wonder where dignitaries from other countries get entertained in Tokyo? I never thought about it until I came across pictures of Prime Minister Kishida welcoming the Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at Akasaka Palace. I was pleasantly surprised that I could tour this magnificant estate.
US Presidential Election Deja Vu All Over Again
Here we are the day after the presidential election in the United States. Who would have guessed that Trump would win? Everybody, duh.
Dual Massacres Show Disturbing Parallels
History can draw some strange parallels sometimes. Two horrid massacres, though completely disconnected, reflect the level of discrimination that existed in the early 20th century in Japan and the United States.
Guns In the United States
Gun violence is continually rising in the United States. Do Americans favor new gun laws to stop it? It is an excellent subject to discuss in your English class, especially for those that study US culture and trends. The interesting vocabulary is very specific to this subject area.
War in Ukraine
It's the beginning days of another war of conquest by Russia. What is it all about? Why now? Wasn't Russia satisfied with capturing Crimea? Civilians are killed, and the world is shocked. What will NATO do?
Leaving Afghanistan
A heavily criticized withdrawal by the USA and its allies from Afghanistan that even today is the subject of intense debate. Was the evacuation haphazard as the critics said? Or was it all just inevitable?
Case Closed
Brian Carter has made a decision that will alter the course of the trial. Was it a wise decision? Should this case have come to trial at all?
Trial Starts
The first day of the trial has finally come. Marie and her defense team, Bob Levinson and Ellis Burks, arrive at the courthouse. Joey Lasso is waiting for them outside the courtroom. Together they enter, and take their places at the front table on the right.
Preparing for Trial
Marie arrives at the office and sits down at her desk. She has a meeting about her upcoming court case at 10am that will likely last most of the day.
Marie's Law
The summer before Marie was hired by Ballard Spahr, she spent the summer there as an intern. Then, when she graduated from Penn law school, Marie was hired as an associate attorney.