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Chief Justice William Rehnquist
WAP99021201 - 12 FEBRUARY 1999 - WASHINGTON, DC, USA: Chief Justice William Rehnquist declares an aquital to the Senate trial of President William Clinton, in Washington, February 12. cc/CSPAN UPI

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“ During his tenure, and in a wide variety of contexts, he tirelessly proposed a clear and straightforward vision of the Constitution and of judges' limited role in resolving our moral and policy disagreements. ”
Opponents, supporters salute Rehnquist
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“ The government's interest in preventing the entry of unwanted persons and effects is at its zenith at the international border, ”
Court enhances vehicle searches at border
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“ I have difficulty in concluding, as the court (majority) does, that the right of 'privacy' is involved in this case, ”
On Law: Three decades of Roe
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“ Could one of those people on that list demand a hearing, ”
Court weighs fairness of Megan's law
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“ I have reluctantly come to the conclusion that this is necessary because the uncertain budget situation we face could have a significant, adverse impact on our judicial system, ”
On Law: Crisis and inaction
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