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To: moneyrunner
I want to thank you for a great discussion. I am chuckling to myself because after re-reading through our whole conversation it seems to me that our views diverge in only one important area. You believe that judicial activism is always wrong as a matter of principle. I have argued, in effect, that judicial activism is permissible, only as long as they make the right decision! HA!!!!! I think that's funny. This has certainly given me a lot to think about vis-a-vis the pragmatism versus passion debate. Thanks for helping me see that.
117 posted on 11/24/2003 8:53:13 PM PST by SchuylerTheViking (Dr. Howard Dean - The abortionist that would be President.)
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To: SchuylerTheViking
You’re welcome.

There are pragmatic reasons for idealism … and for following the rules.

If you win, you will be perceived to be in the right.

If you lose, you will not be despised.

119 posted on 11/25/2003 4:31:39 AM PST by moneyrunner (I have not flattered its rank breath, nor bowed to its idolatries a patient knee.)
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