Kathleen Rubenstein has resigned from the Skadden Foundation, following the firm's $100 million settlement with Trump, which involved funding Skadden Fellows. These fellowships, likened to prestigious legal accolades, allow recipients to engage in public-interest work for two years, with the condition of representing diverse political views. Rubenstein, who began her career as a Skadden Fellow, expressed concern that the foundation's commitments lacked urgency and effectiveness amid the pressing challenges faced by public-interest advocates today.
As funders, we must act with urgency and courage commensurate with those we support. I felt we had fallen short.
These fellowships allow recipients to pursue public interest work for two years, ensuring representation of diverse political views.
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