Monthly Archives: September 2011

Can a High School Teacher Decorate His Classroom As He Sees Fit?

Posted on September 22, 2011 by T. Nelson

Not necessarily. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals was asked to decide whether a School District infringed on a Math teacher’s First Amendment rights when they ordered him to remove two banners, each around 7 feet wide and 2 feet … Continue reading →

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When Did England Establish Its Supreme Court?

Posted on September 13, 2011 by T. Nelson

In 2009.  Are you surprised?  I was.  Our Supreme Court was established in 1789, 222 years ago.  Prior to 2009, cases in the United Kingdom were brought before judges in the House of Lords (a chamber of Parliament). Now, there … Continue reading →

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