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The Gentleman From New York: Congressional Discipline In The Light Of Powell V Mccormack, Braden W. Johnson
The Gentleman From New York: Congressional Discipline In The Light Of Powell V Mccormack, Braden W. Johnson
Braden W Johnson
In this article, I examines the seating controversy between Rep. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. and the House of Representatives, and describe the Supreme Court's protection of Powell's right to be seated. Furthermore, I argue that this precedent influenced the Senate to seat Roland Burris, the embattled Illinois Senator appointed by Gov. Rod Blagojevich, without delay.
Constrained By Statute: Why We Have Statutes Of Limitations, Braden W. Johnson
Constrained By Statute: Why We Have Statutes Of Limitations, Braden W. Johnson
Braden W Johnson
The recent, high profile cases of sexual abuse in collegiate athletics have uncovered many alleged evildoers. Some of them, like Syracuse University Assistant Coach Bernie Fine, have escaped prosecution based on statutes of limitations. This article explains more about such statutes.
The Hatch Act And The Political Process, Braden W. Johnson
The Hatch Act And The Political Process, Braden W. Johnson
Braden W Johnson
Jon Greiner, the Chief of the Ogden Police, has been indicted for violating the Hatch Act of 1939. This article provides some insight into the way that this law affects the political process.
Mandatory Minimum Sentences In Utah: Does The Punishment Fit The Crime?, Braden W. Johnson
Mandatory Minimum Sentences In Utah: Does The Punishment Fit The Crime?, Braden W. Johnson
Braden W Johnson
An analysis concerning the effect that Congress' Comprehensive Crime Control Act had on state imposed mandatory minimum sentences, and considering the pros and cons with shifting this judicial responsibility onto the legislature.