Category: General
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Beyond the Bench: Justice Jeff Boyd’s Reflections on Life, Law, and the Texas Supreme Court
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Former Texas Supreme Court Justice Jeff Boyd when he visited my Plan II Junior Seminar, “Navigating Our State Capitol,” taught by Professor Randall Erben, who serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Texas School of Law. During his visit, Justice Boyd spoke to our class with…
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Judicial Review: Historical overview and implications of Marbury v. Madison
Introduction The Supreme Court of the United States derives its authority through its ability to interpret the law and determine its constitutionality. This foundational doctrine was recognized with the establishment of the landmark Supreme Court case, Marbury v. Madison, in 1803. Marbury v. Madison famously established the doctrine of judicial review and solidified the checks…
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Federalist No. 78: Unveiling the foundation of judicial independence
Forming Federalist 78: The intent and the rise of the federal judiciary in the United States Under the pen name of Publius, a series of essays unfold in a strong defense of the newly drafted United States Constitution. Battling against staunch critics of the proposed constitution, the Anti-Federalists, the Federalist Papers attempt to defend the…
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An introduction to the U.S. court system
The United States court system is a complex yet crucial component of the United States federal government and its role in national governance. The judicial system is very nuanced and plays a pivotal role in ensuring equal justice under the law for its citizens. From resolving civil disputes to guaranteeing legal counsel to a criminal…
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