The Ninth Circuit’s decision in Perry illustrates the idea of “government interests.”
Law and Justice
Hidden Gems in the Mortgage Deal
It’s far from perfect, but a new settlement between homeowners and banks empowers attorneys general to prosecute lenders.
Synecdoche, California
The best hope for same-sex marriage at the Supreme Court is if the Court tackles Proposition 8 instead of sweeping national reform—at least for now.
Hurrah for Small Victories: The Perry Decision Is Just Right
Why are LGBT advocates happy that the Ninth Circuit’s decision applies only to California?
In Prop. 8 Ruling, a Liberal Lion Coos
Stephen Reinhardt’s opinions sometimes have a short shelf life, but this one seems to be built to last.
Obama’s Original Attack on Citizens United Decision
The president criticized the Supreme Court’s decision during his 2010 State of the Union address but this week said he would accept super PAC funds.
Surveillance in a Wireless Age
The Supreme Court rules that installing a GPS device on a car is unconstitutional, but not for the reason one might think.
A Preview on Voting Rights
Clarence Thomas argues against preclearance in the Supreme Court’s Texas redistricting decision.
Colbert “out-legals” Justice Stevens
In which Colbert continues to school the establishment on explaining policy.
Mega-Crackdown
Today’s Balance Sheet: The FBI shuts down Megaupload in what the Justice Department is calling its biggest copyright case ever.
