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3. Yes, he actually followed the legal principle of finding a law Congress has passed to

Reply to Marzupialis (Original post)

Mon Jul 2, 2012, 11:11 AM

Jul 2012

be Constitutional if it can be so found. I read the opinion and it is based on that. He did follow that principle. The courts do have respect for Congress and give it deference, more than people think (they just accuse it of legislating if they don't like the result).

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Rec. this post if you congratulate John Roberts for his vote [View all] Marzupialis Jul 2012 OP

I read his judgment. He actually went with the Constitution this time. HopeHoops Jul 2012 #1

Also, Rec this post if you want the Freepers to believe we think it's not a trap. n/t Ian David Jul 2012 #2

Yes, he actually followed the legal principle of finding a law Congress has passed to treestar Jul 2012 #3

Sorry, but I dont buy it. nm rhett o rick Jul 2012 #4

No, he decimated the likelihood of healthcare for more than half the expected Lionessa Jul 2012 #5

These Conspiracy Theories Have Gotten Really Dopey On the Road Jul 2012 #6

DU wouldn't be DU without conspiracy theories! bigwillq Jul 2012 #7