Roberts, Without Illusions
The Editors : Supreme Court
As confirmation hearings open, we already know a great deal about John G. Roberts Jr. He's ethically challenged, ideologically rigid and unfit for the Supreme Court.

The Editors : Supreme Court
As confirmation hearings open, we already know a great deal about John G. Roberts Jr. He's ethically challenged, ideologically rigid and unfit for the Supreme Court.
Patricia J. Williams : Religion
Recently it seems discussion on culture goes well beyond careless epithet and into a land with no common ground.
Rev. Howard Moody : Religion
Gay marriage shows why we need to separate church & state.
Susan Jacoby : Religious Fundamentalism
To arms, freethinkers! Religious zealots have hijacked your government!
It's offended people from the start; now the Supreme Court will wade in--again.
Herman Schwartz : Supreme Court
On the final day of the term the Supreme Court issued alarming 5-to-4 rulings on school vouchers and drug testing.


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