"What we have witnessed recently are extreme overreaches and deliberate violations of our constitution by the federal government."
"If the oaths we took when we passed the bar are to mean anything to any of us, then we must stand firm against any and all attacks on the rule of law and on the judiciary."
"My hope for this Law Day is that we recommit ourselves and each other to the original definition of the American dream by recognizing our communal duty and opportunity to fortify governmental systems."
"We owe a special non-delegable duty to hold political leaders to account."
Attorney General Letitia James criticized President Trump for actions that threaten election integrity, states' rights, and the rule of law. During the Law Day celebration, she emphasized the importance of standing against attacks on the judiciary and legal profession. Chief Judge Rowan D. Wilson highlighted the legal system's role in ensuring equal opportunities for all. New York State Bar Association President Kathleen Sweet stressed the importance of holding political leaders accountable, particularly regarding the qualifications of those appointed to the Department of Justice.
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