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It's All Politics
Universities, Military Reconsider Restoring On-Campus ROTC
January 26, 2011 The demise of DADT has led some schools to consider inviting ROTC back to their campuses. But practical considerations could keep ROTC from returning, especially on Ivy League campuses.
The Two-Way
Justice Kagan Talks About Her New Life On The Supreme Court
December 13, 2010 Justice Elena Kagan, the Supreme Court's newest member, says that the institution's "learning curve is extremely steep," so much so that "sometimes it seems vertical."
It's All Politics
As Kagan Joins, Federal Courts' Roles Rise In Importance
August 9, 2010 This summer, federal judges have once again been horning in on issues of great interest and high stakes. Gay marriage. Immigration. The health care law. State-federal legal battles are on the rise.
Political Junkie
37 Votes Against Elena Kagan Is 6th Highest Since World War II
August 5, 2010 The 37 votes in the Senate against the confirmation of Elena Kagan for the Supreme Court is the 6th highest of any court nominee since World War II, and the 3rd highest for those who were confirmed.
The Two-Way
Elena Kagan Confirmed To U.S. Supreme Court
August 5, 2010 Elena Kagan was confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court by the Senate in a 63 to 37 vote. Kagan, the Obama Administration's solicitor general, is the fourth woman confirmed to court. The vote gives the court three women justices.
Political Junkie
Senate Confirms Kagan To Court 63-37
August 5, 2010 The U.S. Senate votes to confirm Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court by a vote of 63-37. Five Republicans voted in favor; one Democrat voted against.
The Two-Way
Sen. Scott Brown To Vote Against Elena Kagan
August 5, 2010 Sen. Scott Brown (R-Mass.) said he will vote against Elena Kagan's nomination to the Supreme Court. Sticking to the Republican line, he says her that while she's "brilliant" that doesn't overcome what he called her lack of experience.
Political Junkie
Sen. Graham Votes Yes On Kagan, Risks Wrath On Right
July 20, 2010 The Senate Judiciary Committee vote on Elena Kagan for the Supreme Court fell on strict party lines ... except for Sen. Lindsey Graham. The South Carolina Republican voted in her favor.
Political Junkie
On Eve Of Kagan Vote, GOP Won't Rule Out Filibuster
July 19, 2010 The Senate Judiciary Committee votes Tuesday on the nomination of Elena Kagan to be an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, a vote that is assured of passing. GOP Leader Mitch McConnell, meanwhile, hasn't ruled out a filibuster.
Blog Of The Nation
Edward Vs. Jacob: Kagan Recuses Herself
July 1, 2010 The Kagan hearings were, admittedly not that interesting, except for a Twilight cameo.
Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me!
An Elaborate Google Search Brought Me To This
July 1, 2010 Ian finds false information on the internet.
Political Junkie
Will They Confirm Thurgood Marshall?
June 29, 2010 Republicans say that Elena Kagan's clerking for the late Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall belies a liberal/activist bias.
Political Junkie
How Many 'No' Votes For Elena Kagan?
June 28, 2010 Barring some bombshell, Elena Kagan is likely to be confirmed as the nation's 112th Supreme Court justice.
Political Junkie
Friday's The Deadline For The Official Elena Kagan Confirmation Contest
June 21, 2010 With the confirmation hearings on Elena Kagan's nomination for the Supreme Court commending on Monday, the deadline to send your prediction on the final Senate vote is Friday, June 25.
Political Junkie
Announcing The Official 'Elena Kagan Confirmation Vote' Contest
June 8, 2010 Be the first to correctly guess the full Senate vote to confirm Elena Kagan to the U.S. Supreme Court and you can win a genuine Geraldine Ferraro for Congress campaign button from 1978.