Posted on 06/23/2008 7:20:18 AM PDT by TexasRedeye
The Court has announced that it will release opinions against (sic) at 10am Wednesday.
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I’m uncharacteristically optimistic about Heller. Before cert was granted I was, and remain, a steadfast opponent to suing for our gun rights. In my view, it’s a “hail Mary” strategy that is as likely to backfire as anything.
Why the optimism? Because judges are politicians. And if you’re on the SCOTUS, chances are you’re a smart politician.
My prediction: a solid win. Not a complete win, but something that will keep gunnies coming back to the courts for several years.
We should know by the end of the week whether my optimism is misplaced.
Might, is something to hang on to :) what have we got to lose. It may just be that the unholy gang of 14 might help him get a John Roberts type through?
If someone had told us a few years ago that the Dems would allow Alito and Roberts on the court??? Not sure I would have believed it.
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