Tag Archives: Supreme Court

The Irony of Commemoration

If you ever visit the Capital complex in Richmond, Virginia you might notice the interesting and sometimes ironic mixture of commemoration along its walkways.

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Illegal Lincoln? Maryland, Habeas Corpus and the President of the United States

In the pantheon of American civic and political heroes, Abraham Lincoln surely ranks near the top.  The humble lawyer from Illinois became the leader of the fledgling United States in its darkest hour, skillfully maneuvering her through four nightmarish years … Continue reading

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