In the aftermath of the big lie of election fraud that led to the horrific Capitol riot on Jan. 6, we have learned just how fragile and precarious our rule of law—respected and admired worldwide—really is.

But as we celebrate Law Day and reflect on this year’s theme—Advancing the Rule of Law, Now—our profession can be proud of its perseverance. While not perfect, the court system in which we practice remained the last bastion of truth and civility, serving as a “check and balance” on the fountain of misinformation and hostility polluting our political environment.