Tag: Supreme Court
Janus decision is a blow to public schools
A decision by the US Supreme Court could affect the ability of teachers' unions to negotiate on behalf of rank-and-file teachers.
HSD 211 transgender suit drops feds as defendants
Which bathroom should transgender students use? The question is still in court, though it may be moot, since students have graduated.
Can you copyright a test question?
The Supreme Court ruled, again, that holders of intellectual property rights cannot impose restrictions on third-party buyers of their products. PARCC, look out!
Supreme Court will not hear transgender case now
SCOTUS decided not to hear the case of a transgender boy in Va. who is suing for his right to use the boys' bathroom at his school.
Texas judge halts transgender-student rules
A federal judge needs time to consider the transgender bathroom issued and issued an injunction in a lawsuit filed by 13 states.
Supreme Court upholds race-conscious admissions
In a somewhat surprising decision, the Supreme Court upheld race-conscious admissions decisions at the Univ. of Texas.
What happens if the Supreme Court ties?
The death of Justice Antonin Scalia leaves several questions about cases this term that could now result in a tie vote if Pres Obama makes no new nominations.
Can’t take away a ‘privilege’ by denying free speech
A few days ago, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a ruling concerning the First Amendment right of free speech that could...