Category Archives: SCOTUS

Scaling Back Voting During Black History Month?

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

Today the Supreme Court heard a case about the Voting Rights Act, Shelby County v. Holder- specifically, whether we still need special protections in “Covered” jurisdictions- places where the legacy of racism and voting rights is so deep it requires … Continue reading →

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Unprison 2011-2013 Index

Posted on February 5, 2013 by

Below you will find an index of the articles written over the past several years for Unprison.  Readers are encouraged, as issues arise in your area, to utilize the research, analysis, and opinions presented below.  Some of these have appeared elsewhere, … Continue reading →

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The Feds vs. The States: Supreme Court must decide Death Penalty Fight

Posted on June 6, 2012 by

Can the Feds order a state to execute a man?  This is the question that the Supreme Court may ultimately answer regarding Jason Pleau, arrested last year for killing a man during a robbery.  What appeared to be a routine … Continue reading →

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