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www.npr.org
1 month ago
Law

The 14th Amendment : Throughline

The 14th Amendment has had a significant impact on various Supreme Court cases and legal decisions in the U.S.
The lofty phrases like due process, equal protection, and liberty in the 14th Amendment have played a central role in shaping American society. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
4 months ago
Law

Here's How the Modern Supreme Court Accrued So Much Power

The Supreme Court has the power to choose not only which cases to hear, but also which specific issues within those cases to address.
The Supreme Court's ability to selectively choose cases and issues has given it significant power and influence in shaping the law. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
New York City

His Brownstone Is Worth $5.4 Million. Why Is His Tax Bill So Low?

Property taxes in NYC are disproportionately lower for high-value homes compared to lower-value ones.
City's property tax system is criticized for its unjust nature, burdening lower-income homeowners and apartment owners more. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
US politics

Federal appeals court deals blow to Voting Rights Act

Private individuals and groups cannot sue under a key section of the Voting Rights Act, according to a divided federal appeals court decision.
The decision could undermine protections under the landmark 1965 law. [ more ]
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