Well-done John. I’m a trial judge so I don’t get to use this blocking mechanism on my dockets. I also don’t have a fleet of briefing clerks to deploy at every case that’s filed...(my ‘staff’ consists of one court reporter). Unfortuantely, I predict this case will go nowhere and we’ll have several days/weeks of unknown results, particularly in Arizona, Penn and Ga. It’s a disgrace frankly.
Thank you. I invite you to read my Amicus brief filed a month ago in Johnson v Kotek. The link is in the 7th footnote. There is a cursory economic analysis and behavioral analysis of how Dismissal Doctrines have come to ruin the court system under Roberts' direction.
Just like when SCOTUS dismissed for "lack of standing" the AG's lawsuits against the Biden Admin for contravening the 1st Amendment by pressuring 3rd parties to censor. The citizens of their States weren't directly "harmed" by censorship, so they had no "standing"? Poppycock. SCOTUS was just afraid to rule against the Executive branch of government, which they were specifically designed to restrain from such breaches of the Constitution. The Founding Fathers' design was a good one, but the weakness of men can ruin any good plan.
I forgot to say, a million thanks for all you do, Mr. Beaudoin. Such rational commentary is a blessed relief from the endless barrage of nonsense, these days.
Pray GOD these "Justices" start standing for the people. They are trustees appointed to protect the constitution and the people. Our justice system has fallen into disrepair
It is perhaps unfortunate that the citizens of the US now depend on the judicial system, courts, more than ever. In the Congress, and state legislators, laws are passed which our outright unconstitutional or are likely so. These laws often are a result of political grandstanding or dark intent. On the executive level, the President, and state wise, the Governors, have the use of devices such as executive orders or decrees. This process is mostly intended for (real) emergencies; however, it is widely used and misused. That leaves us to find relief through our courts. Judges can be lazy, incompetent, indifferent or (politically) vindictive. Some judges are swayed by the popular movements or events of the day, instead of concentrating on the laws themselves. When judges do not hear cases or use excuses like standing to not make a judgement, it hurts those that have been injured, but, also seriously weakens the integrity of the judicial system. We should not have to be negatively affected by a law to seek justice. If the law is questionable or unconstitutional, we, as citizens, have (or should have) the right to question that law and seek a judicial opinion or solution. It is no wonder that this republic is in such a despicable state of affairs when we cannot get true, good and honest government. When we get treated as ignorant or unimportant, we grow leery and become contemptuous of government.
Those in government should understand that their actions or lack thereof may cause resulting resistance, rebellion or outright revolution. In other words, you reap what you sow.
The U. S. Taxpayers Party (now the Constitution Party) was trying to get paper ballots back in the 90s. Other concerns of mine are early voting and mail-in ballots. Both of these make it easier for people to vote multiple times. There are many people from New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts who have second (or third or fourth) homes in New Hampshire. How could anyone verify that they are not voting in multiple places where they are “residents”? Well, it possibly COULD be checked, but the person would have to reveal where else they have residences and someone would have to go to the trouble of checking to see if they were registered voters there.
In my small town, people go in to vote, a person physically looks them up in a three-ring binder and checks them off. If they were to try to go back and vote again, they would be forbidden from voting again. At least in our town. If they are claiming residency elsewhere, and it’s close enough for them to make the drive in a day, they could presumably vote in as many places as they could go where they have a residence and are registered voters. So, although I believe in paper ballots and one day voting, even those aren’t foolproof if people want to be dishonest.
Well-done John. I’m a trial judge so I don’t get to use this blocking mechanism on my dockets. I also don’t have a fleet of briefing clerks to deploy at every case that’s filed...(my ‘staff’ consists of one court reporter). Unfortuantely, I predict this case will go nowhere and we’ll have several days/weeks of unknown results, particularly in Arizona, Penn and Ga. It’s a disgrace frankly.
Thank you. I invite you to read my Amicus brief filed a month ago in Johnson v Kotek. The link is in the 7th footnote. There is a cursory economic analysis and behavioral analysis of how Dismissal Doctrines have come to ruin the court system under Roberts' direction.
Well stated, Judge Williams. Thank you
"The Court will violate it's duty to the people.."
Yes, it will.
SCOTUS is a hollow shell with the exception of Clarence Thomas. When Scalia was murdered in West Texas, the Court lost a defender of the Constitution.
Incredibly written! Praying for justice!
A new national capital in the Midwest might be a solution.
Yes and any agencies that are deemed essential (very few) should be housed outside DC
Indy?
Brilliant essay! Beaudoin has nailed it. The 9 justices should perk up and pay attention to the profound reasoning on display here! Thank you, Sir.
Just like when SCOTUS dismissed for "lack of standing" the AG's lawsuits against the Biden Admin for contravening the 1st Amendment by pressuring 3rd parties to censor. The citizens of their States weren't directly "harmed" by censorship, so they had no "standing"? Poppycock. SCOTUS was just afraid to rule against the Executive branch of government, which they were specifically designed to restrain from such breaches of the Constitution. The Founding Fathers' design was a good one, but the weakness of men can ruin any good plan.
I forgot to say, a million thanks for all you do, Mr. Beaudoin. Such rational commentary is a blessed relief from the endless barrage of nonsense, these days.
Pray GOD these "Justices" start standing for the people. They are trustees appointed to protect the constitution and the people. Our justice system has fallen into disrepair
I’m no expert but it seems John Roberts is rather feckless in his approach.
It is perhaps unfortunate that the citizens of the US now depend on the judicial system, courts, more than ever. In the Congress, and state legislators, laws are passed which our outright unconstitutional or are likely so. These laws often are a result of political grandstanding or dark intent. On the executive level, the President, and state wise, the Governors, have the use of devices such as executive orders or decrees. This process is mostly intended for (real) emergencies; however, it is widely used and misused. That leaves us to find relief through our courts. Judges can be lazy, incompetent, indifferent or (politically) vindictive. Some judges are swayed by the popular movements or events of the day, instead of concentrating on the laws themselves. When judges do not hear cases or use excuses like standing to not make a judgement, it hurts those that have been injured, but, also seriously weakens the integrity of the judicial system. We should not have to be negatively affected by a law to seek justice. If the law is questionable or unconstitutional, we, as citizens, have (or should have) the right to question that law and seek a judicial opinion or solution. It is no wonder that this republic is in such a despicable state of affairs when we cannot get true, good and honest government. When we get treated as ignorant or unimportant, we grow leery and become contemptuous of government.
Those in government should understand that their actions or lack thereof may cause resulting resistance, rebellion or outright revolution. In other words, you reap what you sow.
Absolutely! “Standing” is where the ‘rubber first hits the road’. Thanks for helping to wake us up from this whacky trance we’re all in.
Thank you for staying in the fight!!!!
The U. S. Taxpayers Party (now the Constitution Party) was trying to get paper ballots back in the 90s. Other concerns of mine are early voting and mail-in ballots. Both of these make it easier for people to vote multiple times. There are many people from New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts who have second (or third or fourth) homes in New Hampshire. How could anyone verify that they are not voting in multiple places where they are “residents”? Well, it possibly COULD be checked, but the person would have to reveal where else they have residences and someone would have to go to the trouble of checking to see if they were registered voters there.
In my small town, people go in to vote, a person physically looks them up in a three-ring binder and checks them off. If they were to try to go back and vote again, they would be forbidden from voting again. At least in our town. If they are claiming residency elsewhere, and it’s close enough for them to make the drive in a day, they could presumably vote in as many places as they could go where they have a residence and are registered voters. So, although I believe in paper ballots and one day voting, even those aren’t foolproof if people want to be dishonest.