On the recordMarch 9, 2010
the simple fact that one of our decisions remains controversial does undermine the precedent's ability to contribute to the stable and orderly development of the law.
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Whitehouse discusses Chief Justice Roberts' view on the impact of controversy on legal precedent.
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