Conversation with Stockwell Day, MP Monday, February 28, 2005
	Canada's leading conservative, Stockwell Day, Member of Parliament and former Opposition Leader, discussed his decades-long struggle for limited government, lower taxes, and provincial sovereignty.
State Drink Night Saturday, February 12, 2005
The chapter gathered together to explore the benefits of federalism by sampling drinks of our members' home states.
Christmas Party Saturday, December 4, 2004
Amidst traditional holiday decorations with a distinctively Federalist touch (see the James Madison cookies and the Federalist Society tree in the right hand pictures), about 200 students, faculty, and friends of the Chapter gathered in our upstairs office to celebrate the holiday season and have one last social event before the semester ended. Our Community Service chair, Tracy Dodds, also collected funds for children that the chapter sponsored through the Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program. Through these donations made at the party, donations collected from the membership at large, and proceeds from a chapter poker tournament, the Harvard Federalist Society collected $170, which bought 2 teddy bears, 2 trains, a dump truck, a spray whale, 2 "shaking" cars, 3 pizza party games, 3 "drink 'n wets," 3 glitter jewelry sets, a fuzzy flower maker, and 2 "dead end drives."
Ashcroft v. Raish Moot Court Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Professor Randy Barnett practiced his oral argument in the medicinal marijuana case, perhaps the next case in the Lopez Commerce Clause line of cases. He fielded questions from a distinguished panel of faculty from Harvard, Northwestern, and Texas. This moot court gave students a glimpse of effective oral advocacy, putting the law school experience into a real-world situation. To read the briefs in the case, go here and scroll to the bottom of the page. Prof. Barnett argued this case before the Supreme Court, a slightly more distinguished panel, on Monday, Nov. 29 at 10 a.m.
November Office Party Friday, November 19, 2004
	After Mrs. Hope's speech, members retreated to the comforts of the Society office for an evening of drink and fellowship.
Judith Richards Hope Speech Friday, November 19, 2004
	In an event co-sponsored with the Alliance of Independant Feminists, Judith Richards Hope, author of Pinstripes and Pearls, discussed her Harvard Law Experience as a young woman in the 60s, from the time she got her acceptance letter in the mail to the time she graduated. She also talked about the many different opportunities that are available to women with an HLS law degree, but emphasized the importance of surrounding yourself with a caring and understanding spouse and the difficulties inherent in balancing family and work in the legal profession. After her brief yet informative words, she opened the floor for questions and discussed the problems facing women trying to balance career and family aspirations.
October Office Party Friday, October 15, 2004
After an interesting colloquium discussion, Federalist Society members gathered at the chapter's office for some food, drink, and good times.
Ten Commandments Debate Thursday, October 14, 2004
	Jay Sekulow (right) from American Center for Law and Justice and Roger Pilon (left) from the Cato Institute discussed the legal and political implications of displaying the Ten Commandments on government property. Roger Pilon argued that displaying the Commandments does not pass the Lemon Test, which requires (among other things) that the display must have a secular purpose and must neither advance nor inhibit the exercise of religion. He suggested that the principles of our country require a "studied nuetrality" that keeps the government out of one's personal life. Jay Sekulow argued that the Ten Commandments have a clear secular purpose and are necessarily a part of our culture and history. Furthermore, the Commandments are the foundation of western law, and can rightfully be displayed on government property. For more analysis, see Eric Soskin's report on Ex Parte.
Dessert Party Sunday, October 3, 2004
	Along with the HLS GOP, the Journal of Law and Public Policy, and the Alliance for Independent Feminists, the Federalist Society hosted their annual Dessert Party. Special guests, Dean of Harvard Law School, Elana Kagan, and Dean of Students, Ellen Cosgrove, joined the women of these groups in enjoying the wonderful desserts.
Cookout Saturday, September 18, 2004
Burgers, Dogs, Beer. The Federalist Society held its annual fall cookout. Though the wind and rain gave us our first glimpse of a Boston winter, the newly renovated Harkness Commons provided a nice, dry substitute for Jarvis field
Death Penalty Debate Friday, September 17, 2004
	Professors Burns (left) and Steiker (right) first gave opening statements, wherein they discussed the relationships between capital punishment, God, evolving standards of decency, the 8th Amendment, and world opinion. During the question and answer session at the end of the panel discussion, the panelists emphasized some of the common arguments both for and against the dealth penalty.
Blakely v. Washington Panel Discussion Friday, September 17, 2004
	Harvard Law students heard an enriching discussion about the Blakely decision and its potential future effects on sentencing guidlines. Among other notable insights, the panelists gave their impressions about the uncharacterstic lineup of justices in the majority and dissenting opinions, the broad scope and applicability of the decision, and the relationship between politics and crime. After the discussion, the panelists had lunch with several students to further discuss sentencing guidelines. For some of Prof. Berman's post-panel thoughts, see here and here.
1L Tips Panel Thursday, September 16, 2004
A panel of 2L Federalist Society members gave a broad range of advice and tips regarding outlining, briefing cases, studying for exams, participating in class, and reading cases. After the 2Ls gave their impressions, the floor was opened for questions from the audience. 1Ls asked about outlining, briefing, and specific professors.
Happy Hour Friday, September 10, 2004
The Federalist Society welcomed in a new class of Harvard Law students with a happy hour on the second floor of the Hong Kong Restaurant. Over 50 1Ls showed up to meet current members and hang out among friends.

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