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I Think This Judge Cannon Might Not Be on the Level

Opening Arguments

CHAPTER

Analyzing the Weight of a Concurrence in Legal Decision Making

The chapter discusses the influence of a concurrence by Clarence Thomas on a judge's decision, examining the significance of citing Thomas multiple times in the decision. They explore the technical aspects of concurrences and their legal authority, comparing writing styles and argument origins. The conversation delves into the legitimacy of citing to concurrences or dissents in legal arguments, analyzing specific statutes and historical cases related to the appointment of officials for prosecuting crimes against the United States.

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