People do not like being physically humiliated by their government, but law enforcement now has the court’s blessing to strip-search people stopped for minor offenses
Case Study
Can Food Be Cruel and Unusual Punishment?
If you’ve never heard of nutriloaf, consider yourself lucky. It’s a prison meal that just might violate the 8th amendment
Why The Supreme Court Should Uphold the Health Care Law 9-0
The fate of The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act hangs on whether the justices stand by their professed belief in restraint
What if the Supreme Court Kills Rent Control?
Rent control seems unfair, but ending it could threaten people’s homes — and endanger important zoning regulations
When Judges Are Racist
There is no room on the bench for someone who does not treat all people as equal, which is why Judge Richard Cebull should resign
Will We Ever Get Strong Internet Privacy Rules?
Obama’s new plan lacks teeth by leaving out a “do not track” requirement
Is the Supreme Court Going to Kill Affirmative Action?
A white student was rejected from a college that uses race as a factor in admissions. Her case is now going to the highest court in the land
Can You Be Fired for Your Genes?
The number of complaints about genetic discrimination is on the rise
Do Elected Officials Have to Speak English?
A Spanish-speaking woman was recently barred from running for city council in Arizona, sparking a national debate about the role of language skills for office holders
Legal Recreational Marijuana: Not So Far Out
With medical marijuana now available in 16 states, decriminalizing pot for recreational use could be around the corner
Birth Control: Could It Be Illegal Again?
The right to use contraception seems obvious, but a fierce battle is starting to heat up
The New Battle Over Voting Rights
Losing the Voting Rights Act — currently under attack in several states — would seriously weaken American democracy
Can U.S. States Ban Islamic Law?
Wisconsin tried, but a new ruling has overturned the ban on Sharia