Coming to America

On the heated topic of immigration, Aceves feels U.S. policy should be pragmatic and fair. "We should not adopt immigration policies based on fear or discrimination. We should be mindful of our history and how our country grew and prospered as a result of immigration."

Liang sees immigration as a very challenging issue. "Many undocumented people work, pay taxes, and contribute to our society and economy. The issue that is not being addressed is that there are different undocumented persons in this country who are not making contributions. I favor an amnesty program for those who show residence, some form of tax paying, established work for a certain period of time, and a willingness to buy into health insurance."

Is it Time?

Pundits and political analysts are asking the same question: Could this truly be the historic year Americans elect a woman or an African-American to become president?

"The country is not only ready for a woman candidate, it’s time for a woman to be elected U.S. president," says LL.M./M.C.L. Program Director and Professor Jacquelyn Slotkin, co-author of the book It’s Harder in Heels, a collection of essays by women lawyers achieving work-life balance.

"Seventeen countries around the world have women in top elected national positions. Hillary is electable and has the educational credentials and the experience. She's politically smart and balanced. She's strong and solid, and she has managed a work-life balance as a wife, mother, lawyer, and politician."

Slotkin, who developed California Western’s Academic Support Program for entering diversity students, feels that social and economic policies would definitely change if Clinton or Barak Obama is elected. "They agree we should end the Iraq war and get our troops out as soon as possible. Both want universal healthcare. Clinton cares about the environment. Both are moderate Democrats."