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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 38 MIN

What Former Judges Can Do to Ensure Judicial Independence Amid Attacks on the Rule of Law: A Conversation with Former Federal District Court Judge Abdul Kallon

from Derechos y Esperanza – Rights and Hope: ASU Law Civil Rights, Migration and Workplace Law Initiative

Former Federal Judge Abdul Kallon shares with host Prof. David Lopez the story of his American Dream, immigrating from Sierra Leone as a child and finding his way to federal district court judgeship in Birmingham, Ala., replacing his mentor and icon William Clemons. He then discusses the Article III Coalition, a bipartisan group of federal judges dedicated to education and advocacy about the critical importance of judicial independence, democracy and separation of powers.This podcast is for educational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the host and guests and do not reflect the views of Arizona State University or the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Nothing discussed should be considered legal advice or a substitute for professional counsel. All errors are the responsibility of the speaker.

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