In this inaugural episode, I discuss legal systems. First, I provide the history and distinguishing features of civil and common law systems. Second, I discuss how the United States ended up with a common law system and how it has ‘benefitted’ from that system. Third, I discuss current legal issues – criminal defense and qualified immunity – through the lens of common law.

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