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Gonzalez v. Raich (2005)

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A quick definition of Gonzalez v. Raich (2005):

Term: Gonzalez v. Raich (2005)

Definition: Gonzalez v. Raich is a court case where the U.S. Supreme Court said that Congress could make medical marijuana illegal, even in states where it was allowed. The Court said that even if an activity only happens in one state, it can still affect other states' economies and be regulated by Congress. This decision was based on an earlier case called Wickard v. Filburn.

A more thorough explanation:

Gonzalez v Raich is a U.S. Supreme Court case in which the Court held that Congress had the right to outlaw medical marijuana, even in states that had laws expressly allowing it. The Supreme Court, relying upon its earlier decision in Wickard v. Filburn opined that even if an activity is local, it would be covered under the Commerce Clause if it has substantial economic effect on interstate commerce.

For example, if a person grows marijuana for personal use in a state where it is legal, but the federal government outlaws it, that person could still be prosecuted under federal law. This is because the Supreme Court has ruled that even if the activity is local, it can still have an impact on interstate commerce.

This case illustrates the power of the federal government to regulate activities that may seem local but can have an impact on the national economy. It also highlights the tension between state and federal laws, particularly in areas where there is a conflict between state and federal policies.

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RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
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IrishDinosaur
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Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
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BatmanBeyond
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Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
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BatmanBeyond
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If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
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I got the same NDLS email
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I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
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when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
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how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
Right. Broken links smh
I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
The profile links are not working for me. anybody else?
13:18
i’m in the same boat mastermonkey but with lower stats. i hope i hear back by mid march
CheeseIsMyLoveLanguage
13:24
@mastermonkey45: Looking at some of the recent decisions in relation to when they went complete, I'd say it's a good sign. It seems many declines were sent within about 5-6 weeks of completion. Given those were applications that were SENT in January, I'd say that means you're still solidly in the running. :)
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Sent an app to OSU in early december and have STILL not heard back
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