This post features an interview with Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the late Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, in which she reflects on her remarkable journey to the nation’s highest court. Ginsburg broke barriers as a lawyer and judge, and her story offers inspiration on perseverance and equality under the law. Watch
A day in the life of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor reveals a disciplined routine of reading, oral arguments, and deliberation. In this post, we look at her daily schedule and consider whether Poland has judges who embody a similar dedication and independence. Understanding how such a prominent jurist works can inspire discussions about the
This post covers a Supreme Court Fellows Program lecture featuring U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett. The event explored significant federal appellate rulings, with particular attention to the Seventh Circuit’s decision in Cook County v. Wolf. That case examined a Trump Administration rule redefining “public charge” to restrict immigration. U.S. Court of Appeals for
The annual Wurf Memorial Forum provides a platform for labor experts to discuss pressing issues in the field. In 2026, the event highlighted state-level approaches to protecting workers’ rights with a talk by Virginia Labor Secretary Jessica Looman. For the 2026 Wurf Memorial Forum, the Harvard Trade Union Program (HTUP) and the Center for Labor
This post highlights the report Two Promises to Workers: Voice and Ownership, prepared by the International High-level Expert Committee on Democracy at Work. The report explores how granting workers a genuine voice in decision-making and a share in ownership can strengthen democracy in the workplace. It offers evidence and recommendations for policymakers, unions, and business
Spain’s Labor Minister Yolanda Díaz Pérez recently stressed that strong democracies rely on workers who have genuine voice and ownership in their workplaces. This post connects readers to key resources from the Democratizing Work network, including the report “Two Promises: Voice and Ownership,” which explores how worker empowerment can reinforce democratic institutions. Find the newsletter
