Posts by Doug Mataconis
About Doug Mataconis
Doug Mataconis held a B.A. in Political Science from Rutgers University and J.D. from George Mason University School of Law. He joined the staff of OTB in May 2010 and contributed a staggering 16,483 posts before his retirement in January 2020. He passed far too young in July 2021.
Virginia To Seek Expedited SCOTUS Review Of Lawsuit Against Individual Mandate
Virginia will petition the Supreme Court to bypass the normal appellate process and hear the appeal of its lawsuit against the Affordable Care Act early.
Arizona Hates The Constitution, Loves Nullification
Arizona looks to be the latest state to try to revive the discredited doctrine of nullification.
Violence Continues To Rage In Cairo
Egypt entered a second day of chaos with all signs pointing to things getting worse before they get better.
GOP To Drop “Forcible Rape” Language From Abortion Bill
In response to charges that it was attempting restrict abortion access beyond the boundaries of the Hyde Amendment, the GOP has agreed to drop the phrase “forcible rape” from its abortion bill.
White House Tells Mubarak: Transition Must Begin Immediately
Today, Egypt seethed with rage, and the United States lost patience with its ally in Cairo.
Hosni Mubarak Pleases Nobody, And Probably Fans The Flames Of Protest
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak’s speech to the nation tonight seems destined to make the situation worse.
How Antonin Scalia May Save The Individual Mandate
A 2005 concurring opinion from Antonin Scalia may be the piece of legal reasoning that ultimately saves the Affordable Care Act in the Courts.
Second Federal Judge Declares Health Care Reform Law Unconstitutional
A second Federal District Court judge has declared the Affordable Care Act unconstitutional.
Egypt And The Internet Kill Switch
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak responded to mass unrest by cutting off his people from the outside world. Do we really want an American President to have the same power?
Egyptians Upset With U.S. Response To Crisis
The United States is facing a serious public relations problem among the Egyptian people.
