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“Throughout our history, the Supreme Court has entered national crises, often preventing presidents from doing what they want to do. Indeed, sometimes the court's verdicts are not vindicated by history. And yet presidents have complied with those rulings.”

Quote by Nina Totenberg

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Nina Totenberg
Nina Totenberg

Nina Totenberg, born on January 14, 1944, is an accomplished American journalist. Renowned for her coverage of legal and judicial affairs, she has been a long-standing justice correspondent for National Public Radio (NPR). Her reporting is known for its depth and accuracy, having a significant impact on both the legal community and the public. more

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