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"The Supreme Court Should Not Have to Keep Trimming the Same Poison Ivy One Tiny Branch at a Time"

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United States
Started October 19, 2026

A nice line from Ninth Circuit Judge Lawrence VanDyke

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
Legal principles should be developed through careful consideration rather than rushed decisions, regardless of the pace of rulings.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court must avoid unnecessary delays by addressing significant legal issues in a comprehensive manner.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court should focus on addressing broader legal principles rather than making incremental decisions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court should be allowed to take its time to ensure that decisions are well-reasoned and thorough.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court's slow and steady approach can enhance public trust in the judicial system.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court's incremental approach can create confusion and uncertainty in the law.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court should prioritize thorough deliberation over speed, even if it means addressing issues slowly.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The Supreme Court's role is to provide clarity and stability in the law, not to make piecemeal decisions.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
The justices must carefully consider the implications of their rulings, even if it means trimming issues one branch at a time.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Oct 19, 2026
Incremental decision-making by the Supreme Court can lead to more thoughtful legal outcomes, even if it takes longer.
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