Journalist and lawyer Jessica Pishko joins us to discuss her new book, "The Highest Law in the Land: How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy." "The Moment of Truth" with Jeff Dorchen follows the interview.
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Jessica Pishko is an independent journalist and lawyer who has been writing about the criminal legal system for a decade with a focus on the political power of law enforcement officials.
Her book The Highest Law in the Land, about the roots and rise of sheriffs in America, is under contract with Dutton. about the roots and rise of sheriffs in America, is under contract with Dutton.