Tag: Courts

A new Supreme Court

The Trump case comes at a time when the court’s approval rating is at an all-time low. The bulk of the American people now feel that the court itself is extremely partisan. There will be entire generations of children that grow up with less rights than that of their parents and even grandparen...

On Supreme Court’s decision in Bilkis Bano case: The meaning of ‘ordinary’

A woman named Bilkis Bano (née Bilkis Yakub Rasool)— 21-years old at the time of the incident I summarize here, and five months pregnant — was gang-raped, and fourteen of her family members murdered (which included eight minors, children as young as a two-day old infant, and a thr...

Court’s Dance with Politics

The Supreme Court apparently wants to keep us guessing about Donald Trump and the role of the court in our politics. Despite the court’s professed desire to remain aloof from partisan politics, sometimes the court just barrels right ahead into the midst of the forays, taking on what they se...

Courts Strike Down Gun Control Measures in Two States

One of the recent court cases challenging gun control measures was brought forth in State A, where a controversial law imposing strict background checks and waiting periods for firearm purchases was struck down. Proponents of the law argue that these measures are crucial for preventing gun violence ...

From Courts to Catwalks: The Fascinating Journey of Sneaker Culture

In the world of fashion, few articles have risen above their practical origins to become cultural emblems quite like sneakers. What started as mere athletic footwear has blossomed into a global sensation, leaving its mark not just in sports but also in art, music, and the high echelons of fashion. F...