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Costumed students, including famous feminists Rosy the Riveter and Amelia Earhart (center) pose during the Women’s Law Society contest Sarah Merrill |NWS On Halloween law students seek tricks, treats, feminism INSIDE their own devices. Numerous students threw Influences: our monthly parties and a few gave out candy to trick-or- list of obsessions 2 treaters or took their own little ones door-to- door. Others attended multiple parties, and Fall formal features new some students practically spent the weekend at location, same fun 3 the bar of their choice. Regardless of what students got themselves into, one this is clear— Preview prognosticates there was no shortage of things to do. Supreme Court’s term 4 Sarah Merrill One of the first things students were able to do on Halloween weekend was attend an event Opinion: Recapping tap- Staff Writer called Ghost Stories. The Law Revue event was happy NSA’s acts 5 [email protected] the second of its kind, and it was open to all LLMs work to eliminate law students. Those attending huddled around social, classroom barriers 6 Halloween weekend started off with a a bonfire and made s’mores while watching bang. With no official school events planned members of group perform various scary piec- Recipies for T-Day; a for Halloween night, students were left up to See HALLOWEEN, Page 7 professor’s wine picks BACK NotWytheStanding Page 2 NOT WYTHE STANDING Influences The Independant Student Newspaper of the Marshall-Wythe School of Law Our Staff’s Current Cultural Fixations

Editor-in-Chief The Power of Galmour, Virginia Postrel Mia Wolfe What makes an image Glamorous? Postrel say its the Managing Editor ability to capture viewers’ desire for an idealized real- Anjali Vohra ity. She describes how it’s is made, how it misleads and why it changes through time. A must-read for anyone Staff Writers Sarah Merrill who’s been ever been taken by a graven image. Alex Kalyniuk Mary Catherine Armerine Ge Wu Piñatas

[email protected] Maybe you’ve forgotten your eighth birthday party, but you probably remember the valuable life lessons: first, that what really counts is on the inside, and second, that donkeys should be regarded with suspision. Also, engi- NotWytheStanding invites neering skills. article submissions from members of the Wil- Better Than Sex Mascara, Too Faced liam & Mary and the Williamsburg communi- Love this for its power to seemingly stretch lashes. ties. In submitting a let- Online reviewers note that multiple layers give the im- ter, editorial or article to pression of falsies without the hassle. A great gift, even NotWytheStanding, authors if just for yourself. relinquish to the publication the right to reporduce the work in copies both in 2013 Hugues Beaulieu Picpoul de Pinet print and online. Our staff will use good judgment Crisp and highly acidic white made from a Mediterra- in the selection of articles nean French grape nicknamed “lip stinger.” Pale straw in for publication and will color with strong notes of Meyer lemon, Granny Smith edit submissions for style, apple, and unripe honeydew. Perfect as an aperitif. 6.99 at World Market -Alex Kalyniuk grammar, content and length. Crochet Interested in writing? Reach out to us at Not- My friend, Chris, invites a small group of friends over for WytheStanding@email. “Crochet Thursday.” By my second project, I had gotten wm.edu the hang of it. I started producing scarfs & headbands within a few hours, and now I find myself crocheting in every spare moment I get. -Sarah Merrill NotWytheStanding Page 3 SBA Fall Formal holds up in new venue Dancers sway the night away in Salder Center despite less formal affair than last year ate the social event as a way to continue evening, providing designated drivers and getting to know their new classmates. posting the phone numbers of cab com- Conversations drifted from discussions panies throughout the venue. Despite the of settling in and getting used to life in free-flowing alcohol, students remained Williamsburg, to inevitably, the nuances responsible and safe throughout the eve- of tort law and the latest class readings. ning. SBA Vice President Sarah York said, “It was a great opportunity to dance the “I think I speak for the entire SBA Board night away,” reported Kelly Green, a 1L when I say that we were pleased with the Mary Catherine Amerine from Florida. “I really enjoyed seeing the end result and we are glad that people had fun side of some of my classmates. After a good time.” This pleasure with the event Staff Writer an arduous first month, it was great to let was mirrored by the student body. As 1L [email protected] loose and dance. It’s definitely one of the Emily Carapella says, “I had a really good great events of the semester.” fall formal; it was really fun seeing every- On Saturday, September 27th, many The SBA took precautions to ensure that one in one place and having a reason to get law students took a well-deserved break all attendees remained safe throughout the all dressed up!” to attend the Student Bar Association’s annual Fall Formal dance. Approximate- ly half the student body gathered in the ballroom of the Sadler Center to dance and socialize until after midnight, when the festivities continued at the several bars across the street. Taking place about a third of the way through the semester, the dance provided an opportunity for students to relax and enjoy a carefree evening with their classmates. Although some students were afraid that the event would be less formal than years past, as it was being held in the Sadler Center rather than a hotel, the event itself was lovely. SBA board members set up and decorated the morn- ing before the event, and provided hors d’oeuvres and beverages. The Public Ser- vice fund also helped facilitate the event, with members providing bartending ser- vice throughout the evening. The dress code was shifted from “casual” to “semi- formal” in response to student feedback in the weeks preceding the event, and the student response was overwhelmingly positive. The crowd was elegant, appar- ently enjoying the opportunity to dress up, and the dance floor was crowded all night as students enthusiastically joined in line dances and even a few scattered ballroom steps. “Fall formal was exactly what I’ve come to expect and enjoy about law-school-wide events,” says 2L Aaron Colby. “Despite the fact that we dress up, the attitude is relaxed, casual, and comfortable, and it’s always great to see every- body having fun in that type of setting.” The 1Ls particularly seemed to appreci- From left: Kristen Marotta, Anjali Vohra, Lauren Stocks-Smith, Drucilla Tigner and Kristin Brant Anjali Vohra |NWS NotWytheStanding Page 4 High Court preview packed with panels

From the left, Joan Biskupic, Allison Larsen, Tara Grove and others act as justices in a mock hearing on Halbig v. Burwell, to be decided this fall. Ge Wu |NWS government. It has become a hot-button issue their appearances before the Supreme Court, for legal scholars because the opinion issued in and I was surprised to hear that even though another case, King v. Burwell, directly conflicts they’re skilled and experienced oral advocates, with the Halbig ruling. This has caused much de- they were still nervous. I was really glad to have bate about which decision is correct and how the the opportunity to hear those stories,” said Con- Court will decide the issue, if it decides to take nor. Violet Boggs, a 3L who worked as a student the case at all. editor for the Preview said, “I sat with a few other With this backdrop, this year’s Moot Court students, as well as Professors Griffin and Larsen, Sarah Merrill was particularly thrilling. Audience members Adam Liptak, Paul Smith, and a few others. I also had the opportunity to listen to arguments from had the opportunity to pick up Judge Jeffrey Sut- Staff Writer Michael Scodro, an attorney at Jenner & Block ton from the Norfolk Airport beforehand, which [email protected] LLP and former Illinois solicitor general, and was quite a treat. He was a very humble person Andrew Pincus, an attorney at Mayer Brown who was really great to speak with.” On September 20th and 21st, William & LLP who has argued before the Supreme Court The following day, panels covered topics con- Mary Law School’s Institute of Bill of Rights held twenty-three times. After listening to the conten- cerning civil rights, business, the First Amend- its annual Supreme Court Preview. For those tious arguments and relentlessly questioning the ment, the Robert’s Court, election law, and of you unfamiliar with the Preview and what litigators, the Preview’s own “Supreme Court” same-sex marriage. Many students and panelists it does, it is a unique and prestigious event that returned with a 5-4 ruling that upheld the con- were excited that there was a panel on same-sex offers students, faculty, and practicing attorneys tested provision of the Affordable Care Act. marriage this year, even though the Supreme a glimpse into the upcoming Supreme Court’s Connor Garstka, a 2L who attended this year’s Court did not grant certiorari for either of the docket through the eyes of expert panelists. This Moot Court session, said “This year’s Moot Court cases discussed. Julie Tulbert, a 2L, said, “I was year, the Preview had an exemplary list of pan- was great! It was very gripping.” Sarah York, an- really happy to see the room completely filled elists consisting of distinguished law professors, other 2L, said “It was really nice to hear arguments with students eager to hear the panelists. I’m not current and former judges of U.S. Courts of Ap- about such a confusing case. It helped to clarify the surprised since many of the panelists are cur- peal, and journalists from the New York Times, issue.” When asked how it compared to last year’s rently involved in marriage equality cases. A lot Slate Magazine, and SCOTUSblog. There were Preview, Connor said, “They were both great. I of audience members also asked intriguing ques- also several panelists with experience litigating was a little disappointed that it wasn’t in the court- tions. The only thing I would have changed is the before the Supreme Court. room this year, but that’s understandable because makeup of the panel—I would have liked to see Though distinguished panelists are nothing it was under renovation at the time.” more diversity.” new to the Preview, there were a few major chang- Following Friday night’s panels, panelists and When asked if they would recommend for es to the event this year. Most noticeably was that distinguished guests were invited to socialize and students to attend the Preview next year, the stu- cases in two of the most anticipated panels—Moot fiercely debate with one another over food and dents I spoke with were all in agreement. “Yeah, Court and Same-Sex Marriage—had not been wine at the annual Supreme Court Preview Din- I definitely would. It’s very important to be part granted certiorari, and therefore, were not actual ner. Five lucky students were invited to attend of an informed citizenry, and the Supreme Court previews of the next Supreme Court term. because of the work they contributed to the Pre- Preview helps ensure that you are,” said Julie. The Moot Court case, Halbig v. Burwell, con- view, and it proved to be an invaluable experience Connor said, “Definitely yes. The Preview is one cerns the Affordable Care Act and whether the for them. “I sat with Judge Judith Barzilay, Patri- of the most exciting events that happens at the act restricts the section 36B subsidy to insurance cia Millett, Jeffrey Fisher, and two of William & law school all year. It’s an amazing opportunity purchased on exchanges established by the State Mary’s very own, Professor Dwyer and Professor not only to see great legal minds spar with each as opposed to those established by the Federal Stern. I got to hear them trade war stories about other, but to engage with them yourself.” NotWytheStanding Page 5 Privacy primer: Snowden leaks, NSA and you In farewell opinion, columnist recaps recent revelations regarding digital privacy

held that the executive branch could assert frivolous programs that routinely violate the a “state secrets” evidentiary privilege against Fourth Amendment rights of U.S. citizens, producing documents that could expose mili- the NSA has continued to expand its surveil- tary secrets, forcing courts to rely entirely on lance domain. the good faith of the executive branch to prof- In April 2012, Edward J. Snowden, a for- fer evidence of potentially unconstitutional mer Dell Inc. employee and NSA contrac- executive action. In 1973, the Supreme Court in U.S. v. U.S. District Court unanimously held that warrants are required for domestic We have now learned that Paul Wolfgramm intelligence surveillance. In 1975, an inves- “the NSA, through a combina- tigation by the Senate “Church Committee” Staff Writer tion of sharing, selling, pur- [email protected] first uncovered illegal warrantless domestic surveillance by the NSA and recommended chasing, intimidating, and co- reforms. In 1978, the Foreign Intelligence On January 17, 2014 in a speech on Na- Surveillance Act (FISA) was signed into law ercing, has developed a vast tional Security Agency (NSA) phone surveil- with the intention of protecting U.S. citizens surveillance network that en- lance President Obama stated, “[America is] from domestic surveillance. Such efforts to compasses most of the world” held to a different standard precisely because curtail intelligence collection and protect the we have been at the forefront of defending privacy of Americans, however, would prove personal privacy and human dignity. As the toothless in the 21st century. tor, began downloading information about nation that developed the Internet, the world Although in the late 1990s the NSA at- NSA’s multifarious surveillance programs expects us to ensure that the digital revolution tempted to develop programs to collect and in preparation for the largest global surveil- works as a tool for individual empowerment, analyze the communications of U.S. citizens lance disclosure in history. On June 6, 2013, not government control.” America, by way of that respected privacy laws, such attempts the first information leaks were published si- the NSA, however, has arguably undermined were abandoned after the September 11, multaneously in the U.K., via The Guardian, personal privacy, disempowered individuals, 2001 terrorist attacks in favor of nearly un- and in the U.S., via The Washington Post. We and laid the foundation for an unprecedented limited intelligence collection. In the words have now learned that the NSA, through a level of government control. The dramatic of former NSA analyst J. Kirk Wiebe, “The combination of sharing, selling, purchasing, post-September 11 approach was that NSA intimidating, and coercing, has developed a could circumvent federal statutes (like FISA) vast surveillance network that encompasses America, has arguably un- and the Constitution as long as there was most of the world and includes the medical, “dermined personal privacy, some visceral connection to looking for ter- legal, financial, and other personal informa- rorists.” President Bush signed off on sur- tion of government officials, corporate agents, disempowered individuals, veillance operations so sensitive that many regular citizens, friends, and foes alike. The and laid the foundation for senior national security officials knew noth- NSA has physically tapped the fiber-optic ing about them. Publication of a New York cables of several global telecommunications an unprecedented level of Times report titled, “Bush Lets U.S. Spy on companies. The NSA has also actively sought government control.” Callers Without Courts,” was delayed for a to embed security exploits in virus protection year, likely due to intimidation from the ex- software and to lower encryption standards ecutive branch. After 2002, the NSA began around the world, which benefits hackers at rise in the surveillance power of the executive approaching telecommunications compa- the expense of anyone using a computer to branch poses a threat to the judicial branch, nies, such as AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, Bell- store sensitive information. Some documents because the Supreme Court of the United South, Google, and Yahoo, and later soft- even suggest that the NSA diverts computers States has virtually no ability to effectively ware manufacturers, such as Microsoft and purchased online to secret workshops where oversee the executive branch, especially intel- Apple, to request that they voluntary hand they are infected with malicious malware that ligence agencies such as the NSA, in matters over customer data. After those companies grants the NSA remote access to the comput- of national security, despite popular rheto- began demanding court orders for such in- ers’ hard drives, microphones, and webcams. ric about the power of the judicial branch to formation requests, the Foreign Intelligence Most recently, concern has been raised “check and balance.” Surveillance Court (FISC) began routinely about the impact of NSA surveillance on President Truman established the NSA in approving NSA warrant requests and, ulti- attorney-client privilege. The American Bar 1952 to collect and process intelligence infor- mately, dragnet surveillance. Despite public Association rules of ethics require lawyers mation for national foreign intelligence and criticism from former NSA analyst William to “make reasonable efforts” to protect con- counterintelligence purposes. In 1953, the Binney and others since 2002 that the NSA Supreme Court in United States v. Reynolds has wasted tens of millions of dollars on See, NSA, Page 7 NotWytheStanding Page 6 Nerve required for LLMs to scale language barrier Networking, common law stike non-English speakers as foriegn concepts

phasis on the precedents than the statutes and regulations. Changing one’s thinking pattern from one to another requires time. At first, LLM students are Moving on to social communication. “ It did not take much time for me to find eager to make JD friends But out the differences in social methods be- as time goes by everything tween my home country and America. Here, people love to talk, say “hello” to reverts to point zero; most of Ge Wu acquaintances on the street and at restau- us still stick within our groups Staff Writer rants, and introduce themselves to people and do not talk much with JD [email protected] sitting next to them. At first, I attributed my social awkwardness to the cultural dif- students. I worry, ‘What if she ference and my introverted personality. does not like talking to me?’ Williamsburg, this small, quiet, and re- What surprised me further is when I no- laxing place puts me in a good mood to ticed that my fellow LLM classmate share or ‘Would it make me look deal with the pressure from law school. It the same feelings. Uncomfortableness strange?’” has been a month of law school life, and I started to grow, accompanied with deeper find that pressure comes not only from aca- frustration. On the one hand, professors demic performance, but also social activi- and leaders of student organization keep with a stranger on a train, or sit quietly ties. Though I cannot tell much about my telling me to get out of my comfort zone alone, or just do whatever they would nor- other peer LLMs’ feelings in regard to these and devote more energy into the social mally do on their commute. Based on the two topics, for me, social communication workshop; on the other hand, confidence survey taken afterwards, those who en- frustrates me more than in-class perfor- and courage, which are required for the gaged with strangers had the most pleasur- mance. But let us first talk about the latter. involvement in the law school community, able experience and those who remained are exactly the treasures I do not possess. solitary had the least enjoyable experi- But time does not wait for such delicate ence. These answers were compared with For students like me, lan- considerations. Seeing my JD classmates another group that did not participate, but “guage establishes a wall that already building up their social circle, I re- instead had to predict how they might feel prevents us from acting as alized it is time to do something. I started in each situation. This group thought talk- to put social events on my calendar, talk to ing with strangers would be the least en- successfully in academia” people sitting next to me, apply for board joyable, by far. Personally, I feel the same positions of student organizations, and way because every time I try to chat with seek advice from professors. JD students, lots of concerns just appear This year, students, scholars, and law- Having a social networks is extreme- in my head like “What if he or she does yers who come from nine different coun- ly helpful when you apply for a job at a not like talking to me?” or “Would it make tries constitute the community of Class of law firm or with a court, but you need to me look strange?” But experience speaks 2015 LLMs. Some speak English as their work on it from the very beginning of law the truth—I do feel happier and find such native language, or at least are capable of school. At first, LLM students are eager to communications more enjoyable. One speaking and writing fluently. But for the make JD friends through cookouts, work- way to get over this wrong perception is students like me and the 30 other LLM shops, or the events that are particularly to practice reaching out. Alumni are the students who come from China, language designed for us to get to know each other. greatest social resource that you can ex- establishes a wall that prevents us from As time goes by, I noticed everything re- ploit and gain benefits from, both in law acting as successfully in academia. For in- verts to point zero; most of us still stick school and career life. The best example is stance, compared to students who are from within our groups and do not talk much the recent Lawyers as Leaders Conference, English-speaking countries, more time with JD students. which shows that alumni continue reach is required for us when reading assign- Thanks to smart phones with constant out after graduation, share ideas and in- ments, as well as understanding and re- internet access, the art of conversation is sights, and offer advice. viewing the materials the professor taught dying, many people are now wrapped up All in all, now I feel more comfortable in the class. Another academic challenge in their tech bubbles and hardly anyone is with living and studying in America than is the adaptation to the common law le- talking to anyone else anymore. The irony I did in late August. The only solution to gal system for LLMs who come from civil is that according to a study from the jour- release the pressure from academic per- law countries. The United States and other nal of Experimental Psychology, commut- formance and social life is to take the ini- common law countries place greater em- ers in Chicago were asked to either talk tiative and do your best to enjoy. NotWytheStanding Page 7 PSF party doubles in size Agency rules, but no aggressive judicial oversight, govern NSA From NSA, Page 5 fidential information from unauthorized disclosure. It is unclear, however, to what extent reasonable efforts can be made to hide information from an increasingly om- niscient NSA. A document obtained by Ed- ward Snowden shows that the Australian Signals Directorate, the NSA’s Australian counterpart, gave the NSA access to the communications of an American law firm representing the U.S. in a trade dispute with Indonesia. NSA spokesperson Vanee’ Vines responded to the disclosure by stating, “Be- Student’s gather around the fire at Law Revue’s annual Ghost Stories Event Courtesy of Ashley Johnson cause some communications of U.S. persons HALLOWEEN, from COVER ble the amount that attended last year. A party [including those protected by attorney-client es. “We had about twenty to twenty-five peo- of that magnitude needed quite a bit of ad- privilege] may at times be incidentally col- ple [show up this year],” said Ashley Johnson, vanced planning. According to Janie Brittan, lected in NSA’s lawful foreign intelligence a third year joint JD/MPP student. “It was a a 2L who acted as a “catch-all organizer,” PSF mission, the agency’s authorities include pro- real success,” said Kat Harris, a 2L. “I think my began planning for the party three weeks in cedures that protect the privacy of U.S. per- favorite part was that the sun set before a lot advance. “[There] was a decorations subcom- sons,” including “requesting that collection of people got to do their performances. They mittee … that painted all of the wine bottle or reporting by a foreign partner be limited; couldn’t see their scripts anymore, so they had centerpieces. [There was also a] food commit- that intelligence reports be written so as to to read from tablets and phones. It gave every- tee that solicited local businesses to donate to limit the inclusion of privileged material and one a really creepy glow!” she said. Among the our party—even a pumpkin patch!” said Janie. to exclude U.S. identities; and that dissemina- performers were Jane Ostdiek, a 3L; Michael “We also had a huge variety of food donated tion of such reports be limited and subject to Wyatt, a 2L; Kat Harris, a 2L; Vanessa Riley, a thanks to all the hardworking 1Ls. They did appropriate warnings or restrictions on their 1L; and Karl Spiker, a 1L. an excellent job—especially whichever 1L that use.” Although the NSA is prohibited from The next day, the Women’s Law Society got the five boxes of Duck Donuts!” she said. conducting surveillance on law firms and (WLS) held its first annual costume contest. Altogether, the event required 25 people to other businesses based in the U.S. without In order to participate in the contest, students, volunteer to help table, collect money, operate first obtaining a warrant, and minimization male or female, simply needed to dress as their the kegs, and mind the food. rules exist to limit how sensitive information favorite feminist and upload their photo to Throughout the party, attendees were able is shared after collection, concerns remain Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #femi- to vote for those wearing the best individual about how readily surveillance information nismisntscary. Up for grabs was a gift card to and group costumes. This year, Andy Iamma- about U.S. individuals or firms is obtained Chipotle. Some of the costume entries were rino won the individual costume category and from foreign intelligence agencies and shared quite elaborate—there was an Amelia Earhardt, the 15 pound treat basket donated by Trader with domestic civilian agencies, such as the a Frida Khalo, and a Hermione Granger. There Joe’s that went along with the title. The Seven U.S. Department of Agriculture. was even a Daenerys Stormborn of House Tar- Deadly Sins took first place in the group cat- Regardless of whether one believes Ed- garyen who was portrayed by a male 1L. egory. Their prize consisted of a $30 Paul’s gift ward Snowden to be a traitor or a hero, one “The event was a great success, and we card and free ice cream from Chik-fil-a. Com- cannot deny that his disclosures have ignited hope to make it an even bigger one next year,” ing in second place for the group category was an important public discussion about the a WLS executive board member said. “Though Legends of the Hidden Temple. They were proper limits of government surveillance. as of today, November 3, we have yet to an- awarded a $10 gift card to Greenleafe, free ice History has consistently demonstrated that nounce the costume winner, we have plans to cream from Chik-fil-a, and free chips/drinks a morally courageous few can alter the tra- do that shortly. We want to send the submis- from Firehouse Subs. jectory of the public discourse. Whether sions to our faculty advisor so that a non-bi- The only problem PSF encountered with the public discourse can motivate effective ased party can determine who wins.” the event this year was a shortage of alcohol. judicial oversight over the executive branch, The weekend came to its peak, though, Libations completely ran out with twenty min- however, remains to be seen. If you have the with the annual PSF Halloween Party later that utes left in the party. Thankfully, students had moral courage to speak about government night. This year, over two hundred people at- all Sunday to nurse hangovers (and wash off all surveillance, then remember to mind your tended the party, which is rumored to be dou- the hair dye and face paint). choice of words. Big Brother is watching you. Never Without Sizzle Simple sides serve scumptious Thanksgiving flavor Corn Pudding The Professor’s Picks Don’t worry, this dish does not actually Thanksgiving wine selections from Paul Marcus have a pudding-like texture. It’s more like a moist cornbread. Definitely my favorite Thanksgiving dish.

Ingredients: • 1 can whole kernel corn Alex Kalyniuk • 1 can creamed corn • ½ cup butter Staff Writer • 1 cup sour cream [email protected] • 1 package Jiffy cornbread mix So what does our felony murder rule- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly hating, shiraz-loving, Californian Professor Thanksgiving is approaching soon grease casserole dish. Paul Marcus recommend for Thanksgiv- which reminds me of the reasons why 2. Mix whole kernel corn, creamed corn, ing? Marcus will serve a number of differ- I love this holiday. Usually the conviv- butter, sour cream, Jiffy mix in large bowl. ent wines to accommodate the ranging pal- ial atmosphere of family, endless array Transfer to casserole dish. ates of his family and guests. An exemplar of food, and seasonal habits of hedonis- 3. Bake for 45 minutes or until inserted host indeed. For fans of muscular red wines, tic gluttony are sufficient to make me knife comes out clean. he looks to Robert Hall Cabernet Sauvignon happy. However, this year I’m most ex- from Paso Robles, California, and other cited to finally get this 1L memo off my wines from that specific area. Melville Pinot Herb-Roasted Potatoes and Onions Noir from Santa Barbara, California will also Someone else will definitely bring mashed find a spot on the table for guests who prefer Simple Thanksgiving reci- potatoes to Thanksgiving, so try this recipe lighter reds. In the same vein, Marcus rec- “pes that are easy to make, instead. The recipe calls for a lot of onions, ommends Pinot Noirs from Willamette Val- portable, and a little out of but don’t shy away for fear of bad breath. ley in Oregon. However, be prepared to pay Cooking onions at high temperatures ne- upwards of thirty dollars for those coveted the ordinary” gates the bad breath effect. wines. In terms of white wines, Marcus veers towards the light, crisp, and herbaceous Sau- hands. Personal agony aside, Thanksgiv- Ingredients: vignon Blancs from the Marlborough region ing should be a source of relief from our • 2 red onions of New Zealand. As an accomplished world studies. Whether you are returning home • 4-5 potatoes traveler, Marcus has had the opportunity to to family or staying in town to celebrate • 2 tablespoons lemon juice witness the explosion of wineries across the with friends, try to close the books for • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard small Pacific island during the past twen- at least a couple of hours to feast. One • 2 garlic cloves ty years. His knowledge of New Zealand thing is almost certain regardless of • 1 tablespoon thyme wines rivals his competency in conspiracy where you celebrate, it may be necessary • ¼ cup olive oil law. You should value his opinions on both to bring a dish and/or bottle of wine to • Salt and pepper to taste fronts. From New Zealand, Marcus recom- contribute to the meal. If this is the case, mends Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc, which you’re probably not going to have much 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly oil is a great product at the twelve to fourteen time to prepare the dish and it needs to baking sheet. Cut onions and potatoes into dollar price point. be easily transportable. I’ve jotted down slices. a couple of simple Thanksgiving reci- 2. Combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, pes that are easy to make, portable, and garlic, thyme, and olive oil. Mix well and sea- a little out of the ordinary. As an added son with salt and pepper to taste. Mix onions bonus, I included wine recommendations and potatoes in mixture until well coated. from our law school’s preeminent wine 3. Place onions and potatoes on baking aficionado, Professor Paul Marcus. Some sheet. Bake 40-50 minutes, or until tender says his opinions outweigh those of Alan and brown at edges. Toss during cooking to Richman and Eric Asimov, but I’ll let his ensure even coloring. choices speak for themselves. Courtesy of crushwineco.com