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2001

Civil Rights and Discrimination

William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal

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Shrinking Domain Of Individious Intent, K.G. Jan Pillai Apr 2001

Shrinking Domain Of Individious Intent, K.G. Jan Pillai

William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal

The landmark case of Washington v. Davis made invidious intent the touchstone of violation of the Equal Protection Clause. In this Article, Professor K G. Jan Pillai discusses the current state of the doctrine of invidious intent and its evolving role in Supreme Court jurisprudence. In the area of criminal law enforcement, strict application of the doctrine often produces harsh results. Among the existing three-tiered scrutiny standards, the doctrine appears out of place. In recent racial gerrymandering cases, the Supreme Court substantively modified the meaning of the doctrine. Despite the apparent instability of the doctrine, Professor Pillai concludes the solution …


Introduction To Perspectives On Constitutional Exemptions To Civil Rights Laws: Boy Scouts Of America V. Dale, Bryson J. Hunter Apr 2001

Introduction To Perspectives On Constitutional Exemptions To Civil Rights Laws: Boy Scouts Of America V. Dale, Bryson J. Hunter

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Transcript Of Speech On American Atheists' Position On Religion In The Public Schools, Ellen Johnson Feb 2001

Transcript Of Speech On American Atheists' Position On Religion In The Public Schools, Ellen Johnson

William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal

Religious discussion in American public schools is one of the more controversial issues in modern education. Ellen Johnson not only explains the American Atheists 'position on the issue, but also presents observations from the often-ignored Atheist perspective. Johnson's remarks serve to remind us that there are other views on the subject besides the popular opinions concerning accommodation and access to school facilities.