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Some of the conservatives, such as Justice Clarence Thomas, deliberately avoid news articles on the Court when issues are pending (and avoid some publications altogether, such as The New York Times). They've explained that they don't want to be influenced by outside opinion or feel pressure from outlets that are perceived as liberal.

But Roberts pays attention to media coverage. As Chief Justice, he is keenly aware of his leadership role on the Court, and he also is sensitive to how the Court is perceived by the public.

There were countless news articles in May warning of damage to the Court - and to Roberts' reputation - if the Court were to strike down the mandate. Leading politicians, including the President himself, had expressed confidence the mandate would be upheld.

And there we have it - perhaps the lamest and most pathetic basis for a decision that a Supreme Court justice has ever relied on. If true, Roberts is an unprincipled coward who chose to violate his own views and any sensible reading of the Constitution to appease Obama's media water-bearers. Utterly disgusting - the system of checks and balances has failed.