Various thoughts on current events with an emphasis on politics, legal issues, books, movies and whatever is on my mind. Emails can be sent to almostsanejoe@aol.com; please put "blog comments" in the subject line.
One problem with the Volokh Conspiracy (useful) extended discussion of the contraceptive mandate claims was that its "substantial" burden test was so weak. Marty Lederman has a more nuanced and realistic approach. The Sunday closing bit is telling.
