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John Roberts: We leave questions regarding its policy to the people, their elected representatives, and the democratic process.

On the recordJune 18, 2025
We leave questions regarding its policy to the people, their elected representatives, and the democratic process.
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John Roberts
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motherjones.com
Jun 18, 2025

Editor's note · Context

Roberts emphasizes the court's decision to defer policy questions to states and their representatives.

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