Yale Law School

New Haven, United States

A prestigious law school affiliated with Yale University, located in New Haven, Connecticut, offering legal education and training with a focus on legal research and scholarly pursuits.

CCI Score

41.43

April 19

Latest Event

Yale Law School Terminates Scholar Amid Political Pressure

Yale Law School terminated associate research scholar Helyeh Doutaghi's employment citing her refusal to cooperate with an investigation into alleged links with a designated terrorist organization. Critics argue the move is a capitulation to pressure from the Trump administration and a suppression of academic freedom and free speech.

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Yale Law School is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

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Latest Events

MAR

28

2025

Yale Law School Terminates Scholar Amid Political Pressure
-39.76

Yale Law School terminated associate research scholar Helyeh Doutaghi's employment citing her refusal to cooperate with an investigation into alleged links with a designated terrorist organization. Critics argue the move is a capitulation to pressure from the Trump administration and a suppression of academic freedom and free speech.
-40

Public and Political Behavior

April 9

The termination is perceived as an act of political suppression where Yale Law School appears to prioritize external political pressure over the protection of academic freedom and free speech. The decision, made in the context of allegations of terrorism links, has been framed by critics as capitulating to an authoritarian agenda, undermining democratic principles in academic environments.

Yale Law School terminates scholar amid terrorist link allegations, cites “refusal to cooperate”
MAR

07

2025

Yale Law School Removes Controversial Administrator Reference
49.41

Yale Law School’s Law and Political Economy Project removed online references to its deputy director, Helyeh Doutaghi, after revelations of her membership in the U.S.-sanctioned terror-financing entity Samidoun. This action followed her placement on administrative leave pending an investigation.
+50

Public and Political Behavior

April 9

The decision to scrub references to an administrator linked to a U.S.-sanctioned terror-financing group can be interpreted as a deliberate distancing from extremist influences. From an anti-fascist perspective, dissociating the institution from individuals with extremist ties is positive, despite raising concerns about transparency. This move aligns with efforts to avoid legitimizing extremist elements in academic and public spaces.

Yale Law School Scrubs References to Administrator Who Is Member of US-Sanctioned Terror Financier
DEC

31

2023

Yale Professors’ Political Donations Favor Democratic Causes in 2023
61.46

An analysis of Federal Elections Committee filings revealed that nearly 100% of contributions from Yale professors in 2023 were directed towards Democratic-affiliated candidates and groups. This pattern underscores a strong anti-authoritarian and progressive political alignment among the academic employees, reflecting values that stand in opposition to fascist or authoritarian ideologies.
+70

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

April 9

The donation data shows that Yale professors overwhelmingly favored Democratic causes, supporting progressive, anti-fascist political behavior. Given that political contributions are a crucial indicator of public and political behavior, this pattern is evaluated positively from an anti-authoritarian perspective.

Yale professors donated almost exclusively to Democrats in 2023
JAN

11

2023

Graduate Workers Unionize at Yale: A Victory for Labor Rights
63.75

Graduate student instructors and researchers at Yale University voted overwhelmingly to unionize, marking a significant win for worker rights after years of organizing. The union, affiliated with Unite Here, was certified by the National Labor Relations Board, and Yale pledged to bargain in good faith with the new union.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

April 9

The unionization of graduate workers represents a significant positive step in labor relations, ensuring fair treatment and collective bargaining rights for workers. This event underscores Yale's commitment to addressing worker concerns and is a strong counteraction to authoritarian labor practices. The pledged good faith bargaining reinforces progressive labor values.

Yale graduate workers form union after decades of organizing
DEC

09

2022

Yale Lobbying for Progressive Educational and Economic Policies
46.59

Yale University, through its offices of federal and state relations, is actively lobbying to increase student financial aid, research funding, and regional economic development initiatives. The efforts include advocating for enhanced Pell Grants, research investments, improved commuter rail to benefit local communities, and the support of policies that ease restrictions for international students.
+70

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

April 9

Yale’s lobbying efforts for increased student aid and research funding demonstrate proactive political engagement to expand public support for education and research. This activity supports progressive public policies that benefit marginalized communities by increasing access to financial aid and research opportunities.

The University’s “revolving door”: a look at Yale’s lobbying priorities
+60

Executive Political Engagement

April 9

University leadership, including President Salovey and senior officials like Richard Jacob, have taken clear public stances endorsing progressive policies such as enhanced financial aid and research support. Their visible engagement in policy discussions indicates strong executive political involvement aligned with progressive and anti-authoritarian values.

The University’s “revolving door”: a look at Yale’s lobbying priorities
+50

Economic Collaboration

April 9

Yale’s efforts to work with state and local officials to promote regional economic development, including support for improved commuter rail services, contribute positively to inclusive economic growth. This collaboration helps create job opportunities and enhances access to better services for local communities, reflecting progressive economic engagement.

The University’s “revolving door”: a look at Yale’s lobbying priorities
JAN

01

2022

Advancement in Human Rights Education at Yale Law School
57.52

Yale Law School highlights the work of its Allard K. Lowenstein International Human Rights Law Clinic, where students gain practical experience in human rights advocacy through partnerships with organizations. The initiative demonstrates a strong institutional commitment to progressive values and anti-authoritarian principles.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

April 9

Yale Law School’s focus on human rights education through its clinic promotes practical human rights advocacy, supporting progressive and anti-authoritarian values. The initiative not only advances student learning but also reinforces a commitment to fighting fascist and authoritarian ideologies.

Human Rights Law - Yale Law School
OCT

21

2020

Yale Law School Files Amicus Briefs in Corporate Accountability Cases
51.03

Yale Law School faculty and students submitted amicus briefs in the cases of Nestle USA, Inc. v. Doe and Cargill, Inc. v. Doe, advocating for corporate liability under the ATS for alleged human rights abuses, including child slavery, forced labor, and human trafficking. This legal action supports efforts to hold corporations accountable for international law violations.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

April 9

The filing of amicus briefs by Yale Law School faculty and students demonstrates proactive public and political engagement to promote corporate accountability and human rights. This initiative challenges corporate complicity in international abuses and reinforces anti-authoritarian and progressive legal principles.

USA: Yale Law School Faculty and Students File Amicus Briefs in Nestle USA, Inc. v. Doe case pleading for corporate liability under the ATS