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Death Row Inmate Saved by Supreme Court

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 60 implied HN points • 26 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Criminal Justice Supreme Court Death Penalty Activism Legal Reform
  1. Richard Glossip, a death row inmate, has been saved from execution by a recent Supreme Court ruling. This has brought hope to his family and supporters.
  2. Lea Glossip, Richard's wife, waited nine years for this moment and had a unique relationship with him before they married.
  3. The case highlights ongoing debates about the death penalty and raises questions about justice and wrongful convictions in the legal system.

No immunity for Trump

Robert Reich • 28735 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Supreme Court Justice System
  1. A federal appeals court rejected Trump's claim of immunity for charges related to the 2020 election.
  2. Trump's legal delays may allow him to postpone a trial until after the presidential election.
  3. The court system should set tighter deadlines to prevent Trump from running out the clock on accountability.

Tim Walz ‘Crowded Theater’ Argument Is Misinformation

The Take (by Jon Miltimore) • 356 implied HN points • 07 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Supreme Court Political Debate Misinformation Censorship
  1. The 'crowded theater' saying isn't a real Supreme Court test, and it never was used in the case that Tim Walz mentioned. It's a misconception that people often use when talking about free speech.
  2. The Supreme Court case he referred to, Schenck v. United States, was actually about distributing anti-draft leaflets, not yelling fire in a crowded place. So, Walz's argument doesn't really hold up.
  3. Citing the 'crowded theater' idea can be dangerous because it can justify limiting free speech, especially unpopular speech. History shows that suppressing free speech often leads to larger problems.

What’s the “Chevron doctrine,” and why should you want to preserve it?

Robert Reich • 21187 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Regulations Supreme Court Presidency Government Agencies
  1. The Chevron doctrine allows agencies to interpret laws to protect the public, but it's under threat
  2. Challenges to the Chevron doctrine could give judges, not experts, power to invalidate regulations
  3. Corporate interests are pushing to end the Chevron doctrine to increase profits and reduce public protections
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Trump’s Immunity Defense Crumbles

The Status Kuo • 14662 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Presidency Impeachment Supreme Court Criminal Justice
  1. The panel was skeptical of Trump's absolute immunity claim, even a Republican appointee was doubtful.
  2. Allowing presidential immunity from prosecution could lead to dangerous outcomes, like enabling the president to order assassinations.
  3. The Judgment Impeachment Clause argument is weak, as it does not provide absolute immunity from prosecution for a president.

A Power Grab by the Court

The Status Kuo • 11910 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Supreme Court Regulation Conservatism
  1. The Supreme Court case challenges the 'Chevron Doctrine' and could potentially shift regulatory power to judges.
  2. Conservative justices on the Supreme Court seem ready to overturn the established 'Chevron Doctrine' that's been in place for 40 years.
  3. Overruling the 'Chevron Doctrine' could lead to judicial activism, with impact on regulatory powers and potential legal chaos.

A pre-determined result in search of a rationale.

Today's Edition Newsletter • 9276 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Supreme Court Impeachment
  1. The Supreme Court is likely to rule in favor of Trump despite engaging in insurrection, showcasing a pre-determined outcome seeking a rationale.
  2. States enforce various qualifications for presidential candidates, but the Supreme Court hesitates when it comes to insurrection disqualification, revealing hypocrisy.
  3. To address issues in the Court, expand it to diminish the influence of certain justices by retaining key political positions.

On Today’s Absurd New York Times Hit Piece

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 14141 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics First Amendment Censorship Media Supreme Court Government
  1. The New York Times published a controversial piece about the Twitter Files and its connection to a Trump ally, which the author argues is a misrepresentation of reality.
  2. The Supreme Court case _Murthy v. Missouri_ is significant, as it involves challenges to government monitoring of online content and potential infringement on First Amendment rights.
  3. The article discusses the implications of exposing censorship programs and suggests a potential motive behind the Times' piece as a distraction tactic during the historic case.

Supreme Court poised to appoint federal judges to run the US economy.

Today's Edition Newsletter • 8078 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Supreme Court Government Economy Elections Legislation
  1. Supreme Court might overturn Chevron deference doctrine, changing how US economy is regulated
  2. Conservatives aim to diminish power of executive branch and Congress, while empowering the courts
  3. Federal regulations in the US ensure safety, honesty, transparency, and accountability in the large economy

SCOTUS Has Alito Problem

The Status Kuo • 10554 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Ethics Corruption Supreme Court Influence Justice
  1. Justices like Alito coming under scrutiny for undisclosed relationships with billionaires and potential influence on Court decisions
  2. Alito went on a fishing trip to Alaska with a billionaire, Paul Singer, who had cases before the Supreme Court, raising concerns about impartiality
  3. Attempts by Alito to defend his actions and relationship with Singer through an OpEd seem unconvincing and raise doubts about ethical conduct

Stick a fork in it: The 14th Amendment is done

Lucian Truscott Newsletter • 3419 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law Supreme Court 14th Amendment Insurrection President
  1. The Supreme Court is debating the 14th Amendment and its application to disqualify individuals from office.
  2. The argument of whether the 14th Amendment is self-actuating faced skepticism and challenges during the court proceedings.
  3. There is uncertainty on how the Supreme Court will rule regarding the interpretation of the 14th Amendment and its implications for future cases.

Texas Secures Its Southern Borders In Direct Opposition To The Illegitimate Federal Government & The Captured SCOTUS

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 3262 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Border Security Supreme Court National Guard
  1. Texas and 25 other red states are joining forces to secure their southern borders against the federal government and the Supreme Court
  2. The Cloward-Piven Strategy aims to destabilize society through overwhelming bureaucracy and unfettered immigration
  3. Texas is defying the captured Supreme Court and ramping up efforts to stop the border invasion

If Salvador Dali painted a Supreme Court appeal

Lucian Truscott Newsletter • 3400 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Constitution Supreme Court Presidency
  1. Trump's appeal to the Supreme Court regarding his ban from Colorado is seen as surreal because it interprets the 14th Amendment in a peculiar way.
  2. Legal scholars argue that the 14th Amendment should bar insurrectionists from office, without the need for them to hold office first.
  3. Trump's appeal presents a bizarre argument that attempts to sidestep the 14th Amendment's provisions regarding disqualifying insurrectionists.

Abortion, Every Day (1.29.24)

All in Her Head by Jessica Valenti • 3125 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Legislation Supreme Court Anti-Abortion Movement
  1. Hospital flagged patient for using the word 'abortion', showing the anti-choice movement's impact on healthcare language.
  2. Republican strategy includes bills like the 'Abortion is not Health Care Act' to restrict abortion access.
  3. Legal battles and state rulings are shaping the future of abortion rights in different states.

Birthright Citizenship

The Reactionary • 97 implied HN points • 24 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Citizenship Law Executive orders Supreme Court Immigration
  1. Trump's Executive Order aims to restrict birthright citizenship for children born to undocumented immigrants or temporary visitors in the U.S.
  2. A U.S. district court has temporarily blocked this order, emphasizing the ongoing debate about the Fourteenth Amendment's citizenship clause.
  3. The Supreme Court will likely face challenges in deciding whether to uphold or change the existing rule on birthright citizenship, given its historical acceptance.

Trump's Ballot Access Case On Trial

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 5328 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Supreme Court Election Media
  1. The Supreme Court is reviewing Colorado's decision to remove Donald Trump from the ballot, drawing attention from the press.
  2. There are delusions and strong opinions surrounding Trump's response and the impact it may have on society, as reflected in media coverage.
  3. The case about Trump's ballot access is a topic of discussion and analysis in current news.

Today’s Censorship Is Personal

Human Flourishing • 2122 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Control Free speech Censorship Supreme Court First Amendment
  1. Governments throughout history have tried to control speech and communication channels.
  2. Technological advancements have made censorship more personal and affect the tools we use every day.
  3. The outcome of Missouri v. Biden case in 2024 will determine the scope of government censorship and impact fundamental rights.

Most Folks Don't Think About the Supreme Court

The View from Rural Missouri by Jess Piper • 1532 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Supreme Court Political Impact Legislation Justice System
  1. Many people don't consider the importance of the Supreme Court and its impact on their daily lives.
  2. Understanding the power and influence of the Court, and discussing it with friends and family, is crucial to being prepared and knowing how to fight back against potential threats.
  3. Educating others on the potential harm of a captured court, and working together with those around us, is key to protecting our future.

Rwanda: This is what happens next

Striking 13 • 3014 implied HN points • 17 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Asylum Judiciary Legislation Supreme Court
  1. The government in Rwanda is attempting to implement controversial policies, but they are facing significant challenges and obstacles at every step.
  2. The plan for dealing with asylum seekers is chaotic and unrealistic, resulting in confusion and uncertainty for all parties involved, including potential legal consequences.
  3. There are complex legal, constitutional, and parliamentary hurdles that the government needs to overcome in order to push through their proposed legislation, indicating a tough road ahead if they intend to proceed.

God Bless Texas

AND Magazine • 1808 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Constitutional crisis Border control Supreme Court Federal Government Texas
  1. The crisis regarding access to the Texas-Mexican border has escalated into a direct confrontation between Washington and Austin.
  2. The federal government must operate within the limits set by the Constitution and for the benefit of American citizens, which seems to be disregarded in the current situation.
  3. Texas has chosen to defy what it views as blatantly unconstitutional orders by the President and the Supreme Court.

Burn Down the Admissions System

Persuasion • 2358 implied HN points • 30 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Affirmative Action Higher education Supreme Court
  1. The end of affirmative action could lead to a crucial change in the flawed admissions system.
  2. Elite colleges might exploit loopholes to maintain unjust practices like legacy admissions, donor preferences, and subjective personal statements.
  3. The personal statement component of admissions can perpetuate privilege, as it is subjective and prone to manipulation, undermining the fairness of the system.

Affirmative Action's Demise and Higher Education

Glenn’s Substack • 2260 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Affirmative Action Higher education Supreme Court Diversity
  1. The Supreme Court ruling against Harvard and UNC impacts diversity and affirmative action practices in higher education.
  2. The Court previously deferred to universities on the compelling interest of diversity, but now requires limits within the constitution.
  3. Higher education's declining reputation may lead to less favorable treatment in the judiciary system.

NOTE TO SELF: "Coin Money, & Regulate the Value Thereof..."

Brad DeLong's Grasping Reality • 176 implied HN points • 25 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Federal Reserve Constitution Political Debate Supreme Court
  1. The Federal Reserve's role and its constitutionality are often misunderstood, especially by some Republicans. They argue that it shouldn't have the power to manage money since only Congress can do that.
  2. The creation of money has evolved, and while paper money existed, it was not the same as coins issued by the government. Now, Federal Reserve Notes are more like promises from banks rather than actual money made by Congress.
  3. There are concerns that the current Supreme Court may not interpret the Constitution properly regarding these financial matters, as it is seen as being influenced by political agendas rather than legal principles.