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Old 12-26-2005, 11:20 PM  
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I haven't read the details of the case too closely. Regardless, from what I've read I feel that this is a VERY IRONIC case. The Republicans have always argued for STATE'S RIGHTs. However, the current administration lawyers are arguing that the bankruptcy law (federal jurisdiction) element in this case is substantial enough to allow the federal court system to handle the probate issue (historically falls under state jurisdiction). Federal courts have LIMITED subject matter jurisdictions. That's why this case is important enough for the SCOTUS to grant certiorari.
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