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How did ancient Rome's legal legacy feed modern legal systems? Let's talk about the roots of the idea of equality before the law.
— Roman law
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Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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