Divided Argument Originalism Hulk
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Aug 9, 2025 In this enlightening discussion, the hosts tackle intriguing legal puzzles and the complexities of Supreme Court opinions. They humorously reflect on past predictions and political frustrations, while exploring the nuances of redistricting and its ties to the Voting Rights Act. The dynamics of fraud are examined through various examples, revealing the challenges of trust in legal dealings. They also dive into the ethics of deception, highlighting the complexities of 'stolen valor' and how authenticity plays a significant role in both law and literature.
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Tying A Season Episode Record
- Dan and Will note that episode 25 of season five ties their record and predict they will set a new season high before October.
- They riff on slow starts, scheduling quirks, and podcast momentum.
Read Criticism Selectively To Improve
- Will Baude recommends reading criticism selectively: ignore partisan noise but engage constructive critiques to improve.
- Deliberate engagement with useful criticism prevents intellectual blind spots.
False Certification In City Contracts
- Kousisis falsely certified disadvantaged-business use to win Philadelphia painting contracts, although the paintwork itself met expectations.
- Prosecutors argued the misrepresentation secured contracts and therefore constituted fraud.
