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2 Experts, 3 Courts, Section 3, Part 3 - Special Guests William Baude and Michael Stokes Paulsen

Amarica's Constitution

CHAPTER

The Psychology of Judges and Avoidance of Legal Issues

In this chapter, the speakers discuss the psychology of judges who try to avoid directly addressing legal issues. They explore the effectiveness of abstention doctrines in determining who has the authority to answer legal questions and highlight the risks of unresolved cases due to jurisdiction disputes. The chapter concludes with insights into the mindset of judges who seek ways to evade addressing legal issues directly.

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