First Up For High Court In 2010: Campaign Finance

Courtesy NPR: Politics & Society  Wed, 12/30/2009 - 23:14

When the Supreme Court reconvenes in January, it will decide a case that could redefine the role of corporations in political campaigns.

Meanwhile, in the lower courts, the number of judicial vacancies has doubled during President Obama's time in office — as Republicans try to minimize his effect on the courts.

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