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Charles W. Baker and other Tennessee citizens alleged that a 1901 law designed to apportion the seats for the state's General Assembly was virtually ignored. Baker's suit detailed how Tennessee's reapportionment efforts ignored significant economic growth and population shifts within the state.

Clarence Earl Gideon was charged in Florida state court with a felony: having broken into and entered a poolroom with the intent to commit a misdemeanor offense. When he appeared in court without a lawyer, Gideon requested that the court appoint one for him. According to Florida state law, however, an attorney may only be appointed to an indigent defendant in capital cases, so the trial court did not appoint one. Gideon represented himself in trial. He was found guilty and sentenced to five years in prison.

The Pennsylvania legislature passed Act 109, which reimbursed nonpublic religious schools for certain secular educational services. On June 28, 1971, the Supreme Court held that Act 109 violated the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. The case was remanded, and on remand the district court entered an order which permitted the State to reimburse nonpublic religious schools for services provided before Act 109 was declared constitution.

In 1984, in front of the Dallas City Hall, Gregory Lee Johnson burned an American flag as a means of protest against Reagan administration policies. Johnson was tried and convicted under a Texas law outlawing flag desecration. He was sentenced to one year in jail and assessed a $2,000 fine. After the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals reversed the conviction, the case went to the Supreme Court.

The Board of Regents for the State of New York authorized a short, voluntary prayer for recitation at the start of each school day. This was an attempt to defuse the politically potent issue by taking it out of the hands of local communities. The blandest of invocations read as follows: "Almighty God, we acknowledge our dependence upon Thee, and beg Thy blessings upon us, our teachers, and our country."

Griswold was the Executive Director of the Planned Parenthood League of Connecticut. Both she and the Medical Director for the League gave information, instruction, and other medical advice to married couples concerning birth control. Griswold and her colleague were convicted under a Connecticut law which criminalized the provision of counseling, and other medical treatment, to married persons for purposes of preventing conception.

In what became known as the "Pentagon Papers Case", the Nixon Administration attempted to prevent the New York Times and Washington Post from publishing materials belonging to a classified Defense Department study regarding the history of United States activities in Vietnam. The President argued that prior restraint was necessary to protect national security. This case was decided together with United States v. Washington Post Co.

Dollree Mapp was convicted of possessing obscene materials after an admittedly illegal police search of her home for a fugitive. She appealed her conviction on the basis of freedom of expression.

An account of the landmark suffragist trial before the U.S. Circuit Court for the Northern District of New York, at Canandaigua, in June 1873, that brought the cause of women's voting rights to the forefront of national attention in the United States.

Welcome to 'Transform Your Menopause with Essex Menopause Coach,' the go-to podcast for anyone struggling through peri to post-menopause. Hosted by an award-winning coach who's been in your shoes, this podcast offers real understanding and practical help. Get simple, effective advice to bring you back to feeling your vibrant self. I'll tackle menopause head-on with clear, no-nonsense guidance that makes a real difference. Whether you need support, tips, or just a friendly voice, I'm here to help you navigate menopause and rediscover your best self.

Conservative talk with sports mixed in. Lively take on the day's events with sound clips throughout. Interactive with listener calls. THE most UNIQUE podcast in the country with a host who pulls no punches, including those to your nose.

Clerk Talk is the official podcast of Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers, offering timely conversations at the intersection of justice, governance, and public service. Featuring interviews with Clerks, newsmakers, elected officials, and key stakeholders, the podcast explores the issues, innovations, and insights shaping Florida’s courts and communities – straight from the voices on the front lines.

All roads take us to the Kings Royal! Talking dirt racing nationally, and just as importantly right here in the Ohio Valley! I hope you're ready to get dirty! Josh with the Dirt Court Jesters is your tour guide. Follow the Dirt Court Jesters on X and Youtube @dirtcourtjester

For the sentimental mums who want to give their kids a joy-filled childhood and actually remember it. This is a cosy space for memory collectors, photography hobbyists and pros alike, and mums who are simply doing their best.We’ll talk about motherhood, nostalgia, and the tiny everyday moments that become our children’s biggest memories, all while learning to create artful photos of our kids with our “big girl” DSLR and Mirrorless cameras. Hosted by Courts, professional photographer, founder of Mamastalgia, and owner of Blury Photography (bluryphotography.com).Each episode gently ...

It's exactly what it says on the tin. I read Supreme Court opinions so you don't have to. This channel is not affiliated with the Supreme Court of the United States in any way.

Monsieur Bouteille est un balado porté par La Consignerie. À la fois éducatif, critique et humoristique, il démystifie les enjeux de l’emballage, de la consigne, du remplissage multiple et de l’écologie circulaire. Avec un ton accessible et un regard piquant, Monsieur Bouteille met en lumière les absurdités du système actuel tout en valorisant les initiatives locales et les solutions concrètes pour repenser notre rapport à la consommation.Noël Gauthier allias M.Bouteilles abordera une multitude de sujets touchant de près ou de loin à l'industrie du « Packaging » moderne et ...

That’s right — another hoops podcast. Court Thieves is hosted by three friends who played varsity hoops back in the late ’90s in Nova Scotia, Canada. Drop in as RC, Neil Jordan, and Mike Vessey chop it up on all things hoops — NBA, WNBA, and NCAA.

Like being on a call with your best tennis friends. Each week, Allen McDuffee of Court Theory and his friends in tennis media make the crucial calls you’ve been waiting for. In each episode, critical analysis meets genuine fandom as we break down the week's big matches, analyze the latest trends on the WTA and ATP Tours, and explore the culture and business of the sport — all designed to keep you ahead of the game. If tennis is your sport, The Call is your court.

Welcome to Order in Her Court — where law, life, and a little bit of laughter all take the stand. Hosted by Obreziah Bullard a sharp-witted lawyer with real-world experience both inside and outside the courtroom, this podcast breaks down legal hot topics, pop-culture cases, and everyday issues that affect real people. From navigating contracts & courtroom drama to relationships, faith, and finding balance — nothing is objectionable here. It’s smart, unfiltered, and refreshingly real. The verdict? You’ll leave informed, entertained, & a little more empowered every week. #OrderInHer #...

Professors Dr. Courtland Lewis and Matt Alschbach offer a fun and academic analysis of Rock and Metal acts from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s. This research-driven podcast relies on primary and secondary sources, and NEVER uses A.I. in any capacity.