With Alito, Kennedy would have pivotal role
On contentious issues, justice's vote would be decisive, scholars say
WASHINGTON -- The confirmation of Samuel A. Alito Jr. to the US Supreme Court would make Justice Anthony Kennedy the court's swing vote, giving him decisive power on constitutional law governing abortion restrictions, affirmative action, campaign finance regulations, and government involvement with religion, legal scholars said. (Full article: 876 words)
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