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Prop 8 and DOMA present the Supreme Court with an opportunity to affirm "our liberty, equality and human dignity".
Opinion Last Modified: 31 Mar 2013 10:32 GMT
50 years ago Gideon gave poor people legal counsel but now some states follow the letter, not the spirit, of the law.
Opinion Last Modified: 27 Mar 2013 09:15 GMT
Those who predict that there will be no backlash if same-sex marriage is legalised may need to reconsider.
Opinion Last Modified: 24 Mar 2013 20:29 GMT
If Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act is modified or rejected, racially discriminatory voting practices will re-emerge.
Opinion Last Modified: 27 Feb 2013 13:50 GMT
Some additional benefits awarded to partners of US military service members but medical and housing allowances excluded.
Americas Last Modified: 12 Feb 2013 07:34 GMT
Underprivileged citizens say decision to uphold new health care law will allow them to receive the care they needed.
Americas Last Modified: 29 Jun 2012 01:58 GMT
Slim majority approves central mandate in landmark legislation extending healthcare to millions of Americans.
Americas Last Modified: 29 Jun 2012 00:04 GMT
The programme has evolved from its origins, setting the groundwork for Arab and Muslim beneficiaries.
Opinion Last Modified: 29 Apr 2012 13:04 GMT
Supporters on both sides of divisive issue arrive for second day of health care hearings.
Americas Last Modified: 27 Mar 2012 19:29 GMT
A controversial California programme to transfer thousands of inmates has lead to increased constraints on county jails.
Americas Last Modified: 29 Jan 2012 14:38 GMT
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