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more about #supremecourt mama_t: To be Puerto Rican, and to have your culture be represented by a punchline or a menu or pop star for most of your life - and then to get this... it ma... more » thelastsara: She's definitely a breath of fresh air in a Sarah Palin, Carrie Prejean world. more » Ms.RantyPants: The more I hear about her, the more I admire her. I'm so glad that we have someone like her on the bench. One note about the diabetes issue - some di... more » ytuhermanotambien: I was a bit skeptical about her before her appointment (her record seemed a little too moderate for my taste), but I'm liking her more and more every ... more » FroderickFronkensteen: She is just one of the many women that make me so proud of America; especially when it's so difficult to feel that way the rest of the time. more » RubyPenelope: I love the idea of her saying "Mr. President, you have no idea what you've just unleashed." LOVE IT more » midwestdesigner: I love, love, love the last part with the quote "Mr. President, you have no idea what you've just unleashed." Powerful women who refuse to compromise ... more » Le Kangourou de Kataroo: My bff in DC was TOTES at the bar on the night Sotomayor was their karaoke-ing! She even has pictures! She said that she was a super nice lady and he... more » J.D.Regent: I'm cringing already in anticipation of Scalia's questions. #soniasotomayor more » Pantra: As someone who does practice BDSM, stories like this turn my stomach. I haven't read all the details yet. But I will say that while I've met many peop... more » Eldritch: Oh god, why do I keep reading SCOTUS as SCROTUM? What the hell is wrong with me? #soniasotomayor more » bluebears: The Court will not be deciding whether there was "consent." That isn't what the appeal is based on at all. #soniasotomayor more » PilgrimSoul: Ok, screw the legal basis for a second: I would be interested to read reactions of S&M practicioners that push this beyond "S&M is based on consent." ... more » wtfox?!: Who else is looking forward to the breathtakingly insensitive remarks that are just bound to come out of Scalia and Thomas's mouths? I know I am! #son... more » Lymed: While she may have signed an employment contract, if she later changed her mind, he could not force her to perform to the contract. If somebody break... more » ritualtheory: Wow. Aside from what probably seems to most of us like a grotesque power trip to the nth degree, this brings up fascinating and extremely tricky quest... more » boobookitteh: I don't know what the legal issue here is or the ramifications of a decision either way. But what I do know is that I'm going to be hearing a lot of ... more » Kivrin: Did anyone else see South Park last night? All I can think is, "Butters would never have treated his girls like this." In all seriousness: I hope I n... more » bluebears: What is the legal issue? meaning, is it whether the 2000 Trafficking Victims Protection Act applies? Is that the only issue? more » PinkSoxHat: They do this pretty often. I learned from one of my law professors, a former Souter clerk, that it's a quick way to get into the NY Times Sunday Styl... more » -
#wiselatina
"Her Honor:" 6 Things To Know About Justice Sonia Sotomayor
Sonia Sotomayor has turned down almost every interview request since being appointed to the Supreme Court. But that didn't stop the former editor of Latina from drawing on her history with the Justice in a new piece.
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#crimepunishment
SCOTUS To Decide The Fate Of "S&M Svengali"
In 2011, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in the case of U.S. v. Marcus, which deals with the sentencing of a man who was convicted of "sexual abuse, physical mutilation and psychological humiliation" of "his sex slave." More » -
#hellsbells
Just(ice) Married
Can you imagine looking up to utter I do and seeing the smiling face of Sonia Sotomayor? A lucky couple got to do just that Friday, when she presided over their intimate wedding. [NYDailyNews] -
#animalurges
Supreme Court Takes On "Crush Videos"
Tomorrow, the Supreme Court will consider whether producing fetish "crush videos" of small animals being killed should be illegal. Some liken the videos to child porn, but others say banning them might unintentionally ban footage of bullfighting and fishing. [Newsweek] -
#supremecourtship
Justice Sotomayor And The Supreme Court Shuffle
Justice Sotomayor is creating headlines this week as she takes her place on the bench. However, Sotomayor's appointment is only one of the many changes that have started to rock the nation's highest court. More » -
#judgmentday
Waiting For Obama
On the night of May 26th, 2009, Sonia Sotomayor was waiting at her office in New York for a call from the President. He did call (eventually), but he very nearly forgot. More » -
#healthyverdict
Justice Ginsburg Hospitalized After Falling Ill At Work
Last night, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 76, fell ill in her chambers after receiving iron deficiency treatment earlier in the day. Her anemia is related to her recent pancreatic cancer surgery, and she was hospitalized as a precaution. More » -
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#wwjjd
Justice Sotomayor Will Wear A Judge Judy-ish Collar
Did you know that judicial robes are designed for men? It turns out that Judge Judy's neck doily is actually a "judicial collar" that many female judges get specially made to alter the men's robes they are issued. More » -
#wordsofwisdom
Latinas Discuss Sotomayor's Wisdom
Not surprisingly, to many Latinas, Sonia Sotomayor's "wise Latina" remark doesn't mean "I am a racist who hates white people." Here's what it does mean. More » -
#thecaseofthesupremecourtjustice
Nancy Drew Comparisons Still Stalk Sotomayor
"Some critics of Sotomayor's candidacy worry that she may rely too much on empathy and intuition in Supreme Court deliberations. But, hey - it worked for Nancy!" — Misha Berson [Seattle Times, via GalleyCat] -
#ragtrade
Michelle Obama Loves Fashion Again; Beckham Brings In New Designers For Denim Line
- Michelle Obama may have skipped the CFDAs, but she'll celebrate the National Design Awards at the White House on July 24. The winners, chosen by the Smithsonian and including Francisco Costa, will participate in events around Washington. [WWD]
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#judgejudged
Sotomayor Formally Resigns From Women's Club Due To Republican Concerns
Supreme Court Nominee Sonia Sotomayor has resigned from an all-women's club called the Belizean Grove because she didn't want questions about the organization (most of them coming from Republicans) to "distract anyone from my qualifications and record." More » -
#drewwho
Nancy Drew, Sonia Sotomayor, & Feminism: Questions For Chelsea Cain
Sonia Sotomayor's revelation that she enjoyed Nancy Drew mysteries as a child has everyone speculating on how the books might have influenced her. We asked Chelsea Cain, author of Nancy Drew parody Confessions of a Teen Sleuth for her take.
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