Withdrawal delays the retirement of Justice O'Connor

WASHINGTON -- Harriet Miers's withdrawal as a Supreme Court nominee effectively forces retiring Justice Sandra Day O'Connor to remain on the high court longer than anticipated, allowing her to hear upcoming cases dealing with abortion and gay rights. But it is unclear whether O'Connor will be around long enough to vote in these and other cases, including one on assisted ... (Full article: 593 words)

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