Erikson said he was concerned that poor people and immigrants are disproportionately subjected to exposure to toxic substances and unsafe conditions both at work and home. In addition, a panel of lawyers and activists summed up their thoughts on social justice and human rights. One panelist, attorney Leonard Weinglass, discussed the theme of the conference as a way of defining the fight for social justice. At the end of the day, participants talked about the need for progressive law conferences. Erikson talked about how law can effect social justice.
Law is one strategy for social change.
Erikson said he hoped the conference exposed law students to alternative perspectives. It exposes them to a broad range of practicing law in a bigger context.