The Presidential Succession Aug 30, 2008
As originally published in The Atlantic Monthly. "It has of late, Mr. President, become fashionable to attach very little importance to the office of Vice President; to consider it a matter but of small consequence who the man may be; to view his post merely as an idle post of honor, and the incumbent as a cypher in the government; or according to the idea expressed by an honorable member from Georgia [Mr. Jackson], quoting, I believe, the language of some eastern politician, as a fifth wheel to... (The Atlantic Online)
COURT OPINION: Read the rulingss May 20, 2008
It follows a fortiori from United Haulers that Kentucky must prevail. In United Haulers, we explained that a government function is not susceptible to standard dormant Commerce Clause scrutiny owing to its likely motivation by legitimate objectives distinct from the simple economic protectionism the Clause abhors. (USA Today -- Money)
WOLEDZI v. AKUFO-ADDO and Another Mar 3, 2008
This is so even when the second action is between the same parties as the first and a fortiori where it is not. The record of proceedings which was tendered in this case can have no probative value in resolving the issue of negligence in this case. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
S'pore says it has exercised clear sovereignty over Pedra Branca Nov 9, 2007
She said, "The fragmented and vague activities that Malaysia adduces to support its claim are so remarkably thin and unpersuasive that they do not rise to the level of effectivites (French word for activities) on Pedra Branca, and cannot, a fortiori, be confirmatory of any title to the island.". In the territorial dispute between Malaysia and Indonesia, the ICJ awarded the Sipidan and Ligitan islands to Malaysia in 2002 on the basis of "effective occupation" displayed by Malaysia predecessor... (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
It's easy for the Jewsto talk about life Sep 18, 2007
What we observe about the mass of individuals applies a fortiori to the vast majority of peoples, who dislike their national existence as much as individuals dislike their own lives. Between half and nine-tenths of the 6,000-7,000 languages now spoken on this planet will disappear during the next century, linguists believe, and with them the sentience of the peoples who formerly spoke them. (Asia Times Online)
Boyle: Campaign to Impeach Bush Jul 27, 2007
Certainly, if the U.S. House of Representatives can impeach President Clinton for sex and lying about sex, then a fortiori the House can, should, and must impeach President Bush Jr. for war, lying about war, and threatening more wars. All that is needed is for one Member of Congress with courage, integrity, principles and a safe seat to file these currently amended draft Bills of Impeachment against Bush Jr., Cheney, Rumsfeld, and now Attorney General Albert Gonzales, who bears personal criminal... (Zmag.org)
Where can Tony Blair go now? Jun 25, 2007
All of that applies a fortiori to Blair, even if he seems unaware of it. He is still in deep denial, not only about the extent of the catastrophe in Iraq but of the degree to which his own reputation has been engulfed for ever in those bloody sands. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Transcripts reveal justices' personalities May 20, 2007
"But 6404(h) allows you to bring cases under (e)(1). It would follow a fortiori that you could bring them for (e)(2) as well, but that doesn't prove that you could prove them under (e)(1) in the claims court or the district court." The reporter can be reached at or (202)383-0006. Share this story. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
