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beyurslf

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9. I've been holding out for 6-3 also.

Reply to stevenleser (Original post)

Wed Mar 27, 2013, 12:18 PM

Mar 2013

I started saying it last year after healthcare's decision. Roberts is thinking about his legacy. I guess I am holding out hope that in 30 years, Roberts will be the next Stevens. Being on a court for life, knowing nothing can change that, and knowing that what you say and do will define you long after you die, these things can make a person reconsider previously held beliefs. History can be a harsh judge if you turn out to be on the wrong side.

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Updating my prediction from 5-4 to 6-3 Striking down at least Sect 3 of DOMA and Prop 8 [View all] stevenleser Mar 2013 OP

who is the 6th vote? Roberts? nt chillfactor Mar 2013 #1

Yes. Between his cousin and some of his questions, I am saying he votes the right way. stevenleser Mar 2013 #3

I hope so. Fearless Mar 2013 #2

DOMA, Sec 3 - pinto Mar 2013 #4

Not a lawyer, but the "lack of standing" argument seems pertinent in re: Prop 8. pinto Mar 2013 #5

I thought so too, but from what I am hearing, the court seems to be conceding it to those folks. nt stevenleser Mar 2013 #6

Agreed, and such a ruling would likely come out as a win to us to ShadowLiberal Mar 2013 #7

I like your thinking. William769 Mar 2013 #8

I've been holding out for 6-3 also. beyurslf Mar 2013 #9

What about Section 2? MNBrewer Mar 2013 #10

When I did a large segment on this on my show I said there was a moderate chance they could stevenleser Mar 2013 #11

I'm beginning to believe BillStein Mar 2013 #12