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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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lawguy we're nearly stats twins :D
13:13
I saw that, and I saw you got the Georgetown interview invite yesterday too! Goodluck!
you too haha, i was super surprised to have received one so early not gonna lie
i heard the group interview is really chill and I'm kinda excited to do it
seems cool
13:14
Yeah, 7sage has a page that talks about the questions for each schools interview, GULC's seems unique
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Idk how much of an effect it has on admissions chances but should be cool either way
ive heard the conversion rate for gulc group interview is pretty high even moreso if you have the stats
it's hard to say but i've also heard that the group interview is harder to get than the alumni interview. but who really knows tbh
im p sure they don't interview everyone and getting one this early should be a great sign!
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Yeah I've heard the same ab the group interview
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So maybe I'll see you in D.C. a year from now lmao
initiallaw
13:32
Speaking of stat twins kazuyamishima were exact stat twins lol
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