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Master Plan

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Political Intrigue and Judicial Maneuvering

This chapter explores the failed tax proposition in California, highlighting the dynamics of Supreme Court nominations under Reagan. It details the controversial nominations of Robert Bork and Douglas Ginsburg, followed by Justice Anthony Kennedy's emergence as a pivotal swing vote on social issues. The narrative culminates in an examination of campaign finance battles, particularly the implications of FEC v. Wisconsin Right to Life on free speech and electoral influence.

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