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Clintons Cantú Law

by Kate O'Beirne

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Government by bullying

WHEN conservatives talk about the importance of the presidential election, they always mention possible openings on the Supreme Court. But too often they overlook an equally important issue: the need to stop the abuse of executive power. A Democratic victory could, potentially, change the balance on the Supreme Court. But the Clinton administration has already succeeded in eroding the justice system— by making unprincipled use of the president’s ability to issue regulations and enforce laws.

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