The Supreme Court Struck Down Part of the Voting Rights Act for the Lamest of Reasons »

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Chief Justice Roberts’ opinion in Shelby County v. Holder, the Voting Rights Act case, is a pretty lame piece of work. There is a longstanding constitutional norm of judges deferring to Congress. Courts strike down laws when they violate rights or exceed Congress’ power. But Section 5 of the Voting... Source Main page (current trends)

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