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Pakistan’s options after Article 370 verdict: Can it do the unthinkable?

The Supreme Court last week upheld the abrogation of Article 370, ruling that the president had the power to do so even without recourse to Parliament. It also upheld the downgrading and division of the erstwhile state into two union territories.

Newslaundry

Finding objective ways to talk about religion in the classroom is tough − but the cost of not doing so is clear

Despite the holiday season’s calls for joy and peace, religious strife continues in many places. While the United States has a great deal of litigation and controversy over religion’s place in public life, it has largely avoided violence. Yet our society often seems unprepared to talk constructively about this contentious…

The Conversation

Vice President Kamala Harris Commemorates Justice O'Connor's Lasting Impact

An homage to Justice O'Connor, highlighting her compassion, brilliance, and patriotism as remembered by Vice President Kamala Harris.

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Elgar Parishad case: Bombay HC grants bail to Gautam Navlakha; stays order for 3 weeks

Activist Gautam Navlakha granted bail in Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case by Bombay High Court.

The Hindu

Sandra Day O'Connor's legacy extends far beyond the Supreme Court, her son says

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, whose funeral is Tuesday, is being remembered as a Supreme Court trailblazer. After retiring from the bench in 2006, she worked to expand civics education in schools.

WEKU

Madras High Court calls for details of cases pending against all MPs/MLAs across Tamil Nadu

The Madras High Court on Monday directed the State government to submit complete details regarding the number of criminal cases pending against MPs and MLAs in the State, the courts in which they are pending and the stage of the proceedings before those courts.

The Hindu

Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, to be laid to rest at funeral Tuesday

Justice Sandra Day O’Connor will be laid to rest with funeral services Tuesday

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Why has a survey been approved at the Shahi Idgah? | Explained

Allahabad High Court orders survey of Shahi Idgah mosque adjacent to Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura, Hindu deity Shri Krishna and seven others claim mosque built over birthplace.

The Hindu

The 6/13/2000 Memorandum to Chief Justice Rehnquist: "Compensation Increase for Justices—Response to Justice Thomas—Guidance Needed"

Some actual reporting by ProPublica.

Reason

Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor Remembered at Public Memorial

This piece commemorates the life and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, with insights from her former clerk, Tracy Lovett.

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Sentencing delayed for ComEd bribery defendants; request to hold up Madigan corruption case also expected

A judge declined to put the ComEd bribery case fully on hold Monday despite a Supreme Court review of a key corruption law. But a similar request is expected to be made of Madigan’s judge.

Chicago Sun-Times

Clarence Thomas reportedly raised prospect of resigning from Supreme Court over salary

Years before Clarence Thomas accepted lavish gifts, he suggested lawmakers raise Supreme Court justices’ salaries

The Independent UK

Clarence Thomas' money woes revealed

Thomas pushed for higher salary — and to allow Supreme Court justices to take speaking fees

Salon

Legislators Don't Have First Amendment Right Not to Show Up to Legislature

From Linthicum v. Wagner, decided Wednesday (correctly, I think) by Judge Ann Aiken (D. Ore.): The Oregon Constitution requires that each chamber of the Oregon legislature have a quorum of two-thirds of the members to conduct business. Or. Const. art IV, § 12. In recent years, the legislature has been…

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As SB4 Pitches Texas Against the U.S. Government, the State Is Challenging 150 Years of Immigration Law

Senate Bill 4 could be the vehicle for the U.S. Supreme Court to finally unleash Lone Star Republicans on the world's huddled masses

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Prosecutor Accused of Violating Trump's Constitutional Rights

A passionate discussion on violations of constitutional rights in the case against former President Trump, and emergent political motivations.

The Independent UK

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, to lie in repose

The first woman to serve on the nation’s highest court will lie in repose at the Supreme Court on Monday

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Supreme Court Urged to Deny Expedited Trump Prosecution Case

An impassioned discussion about the precedent and potential risks involved in indicting a former U.S. president, and the role of the Supreme Court.

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On selecting Election Commissioners | Explained

Law to appoint Chief Election Commissioner & Election Commissioners passed by Rajya Sabha, likely to be enacted into law. Bill provides for selection committee of PM, Leader of Opposition & Cabinet Minister.

Reason

"Reviewing The Three Trump Appointees: Ex Ante and Ex Post"

My new essay will be published in the inaugural issue of the Texas A&M Journal of Law & Civil Governance.

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Supreme Court to Review Nationwide Restrictions on Abortion Pill

US Supreme Court to decide on restricting abortion drug Mifepristone. Attorney General Bob Ferguson discusses potential ramifications and possible tactics.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | Israeli military ‘mistakenly’ kills three Israeli hostages in Gaza; U.S. lawmakers say ties with India may suffer if Pannun case allegations not addressed, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on December 16, 2023

Reason

Hallucinating Josh Blackman

Did I write "The Most Dangerous Man On the Supreme Court"?

Reason

This NRA Supreme Court Case Has Big Implications for Porn

The ACLU will represent the gun rights group in a case with widespread relevance for free speech.

The National (Scotland)

Supreme Court's indyref2 ruling was 'judicial overreach', top lawyer's advice says

AN extract from legal advice which argues the Supreme Court overreached into judicial activism by blocking Holyrood from holding indyref2 has been…

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