Republican appointees seem to be looking for a reason not to strike down Wisconsin districts.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Sports
Justices accept case that would legalize sports gaming
The case would allow sports betting in New Jersey casinos and tracks.
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Posted inNation & World
Supreme Court allows limited version of Trump travel ban to take effect
It agrees to hear the full case in the fall, but the initial ruling is likely to set off a new round of court disputes.
Posted inNation & World
Supreme Court rules for Missouri church in playground case
Chief Justice John Roberts in a carefully worded footnote, said the ruling was limited and did not address ‘religious uses of funding or other forms of discrimination.’
Posted inNation & World, News
Supreme Court takes on new clash of gay rights, religion
The court will review a Colorado court decision that found baker Jack Phillips and his Masterpiece Cakeshop discriminated against a gay couple under Colorado law.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Court case raises question – Is there a right not to be annoyed?
At issue is the state of Indiana’s ban on robocalls.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: A guide to debates about U.S. Supreme Court nominees
Any future conservative nominee to the high court will deal with the same arguments presented here.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Cynthia Dill: Without a filibuster, moderates will wield more power
The rule change doesn’t mean much to people outside Washington.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: ‘Nuclear option’ for Gorsuch vote defies Collins’ beliefs, threatens Senate
Republicans should not put Trump and their political party ahead of preserving the country’s institutions.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
Kesich: ‘Nuclear option’ to kill filibuster may be best way to cut the bluster
The Senate is stymied in a partisan face-off and the party in power often gets what it wants. Should Democrats just wait for 2018?