The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving a woman's claims that she suffered physical, emotional, and mental damage from a 2-day violent exorcism when she was 17. Texas state court gave the church a blank ticket to do whatever they want because it would be religious practices. picked by 2manyusernames 4 months ago

Most Americans know very little about the workings of the U.S. Supreme Court or its members, but mention Justice Clarence Thomas, and you are likely to start an argument. He is the court's only African American, and its most conservative member. He is arguably the most influential black man in the country, yet he is reviled by many in his own race for his opposition to government programs intende... read full post picked by capriccio 1 year ago

A man who was sentenced to die for the murders of two college students in 1986 is taking his appeal to Supreme Court, saying he is too fat to be easily killed by lethal injection. picked by suebe 1 month ago

There is historical evidence suggesting that homosexual civil unions may have existed six centuries ago in France. Opponents of gay marriage have tended to assume that nuclear families have always been the standard household form. We may learn that such is not true. picked by 2manyusernames 1 year ago

California voters have passed a constitutional amendment outlawing same-sex marriage... which would overturn a court ruling that gave gay couples the right to wed just months ago.

The passage of Proposition 8 represents a crushing political defeat for gay-rights activists, who had hoped public opinion on the contentious issue had shifted enough to help them defeat the measure. picked by ImNotBlue 2 weeks ago

The Washington Supreme Court stated homosexuals could be prevented from marrying "because Washington has a legitimate interest in preserving marriage for couples who can procreate." In response, Initiative 957 has been accepted by Washington Secretary of State Sam Reed. This initiative, if passed, would in part, require "married couples to provide proof of procreation within three ... read full post picked by 2manyusernames 2 years ago

On December 10th the Supreme Court decided two companion cases that essentially hold that the Federal Sentencing guidelines really are just guidelines. In other words, the sentencing court, after giving them consideration, is free to disregard them and impose the sentence the court thinks is appropriate in a given case. To understand the significance of this development, here is a brief overview... read full post picked by bhartzer 11 months ago

A store owner in Alabama is making a Supreme Court challenge to overturn the state's ban on the sale of sex toys. picked by Moe 2 years ago

The U.S. Supreme Court this week hears arguments about whether the death penalty can be imposed for child rape, taking up for the first time in more than 30 years whether a crime other than murder can be punished by execution. picked by JDRucker 7 months ago

The bride said she was a virgin. When her new husband discovered that was a lie, he went to court to annul the marriage — and a French judge agreed. picked by doggylives 6 months ago

The California Supreme Court ruled on Thursday the state cannot bar same-sex marriages, marking a major victory for gay rights advocates that may have national implications. picked by jhordie 6 months ago

Offers articles on basic marriage help and tips on coping with difficult issues. Also includes marriage news, its stages, advice, and self-tests. Really awesome resources. picked by Neiako 2 years ago

He opposes legalizing gay marriage but thinks banning it outright is a waste of time. (Article confuses the two and thinks he's waffling) picked by coldbladed 7 months ago

I love this lady. She still looks great. But don't ask her about marriage. Very funny video from Entertainment Tonight. picked by misswinkle 1 year ago

A northern Chinese city has banned the use of "seductive" words like "foxy lady," "handsome guy" and "moneybags" in marriage advertisements in a bid to stamp out fraud. picked by Proverb 1 year ago

A Polk County judge on Thursday struck down Iowa’s law banning same-sex marriage and ordered the county recorder to permit gay and lesbian couples to marry. picked by muppet 1 year ago

Saudi Marriage 'Expert' Advises Men in 'Right Way' to Beat Their Wives.

What planet am I on? picked by Proverb 1 year ago

Georgia Supreme Court debates whether or not it's okay to round up all the ex-cons and force them to live in a swamp. picked by ReBoot 11 months ago

The first of nine cases filed by parents who claim a mercury-based preservative in vaccines caused their child's autism will soon go to court. There has been no link proven between vaccines and autism, but if the court decides in their favor, affected children could benefit from a trust fund. picked by VooDooPeacock 1 year ago

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