Boundaries of the New Court

This chapter explores the potential implications of advocacy groups adding a section 1983 claim to their complaint in order to enforce section two of the Voting Rights Act. It discusses the media's tendency to consult activists rather than legal experts and the potential impact on voting rights enforcement. The chapter also discusses the interpretation of congressional silence, the role of the Attorney General in enforcing Section two, and caution against relying on international advocacy groups for assessing compliance with the laws of war.