Homework Assignment 1, due 9/21

Read the decision in the case, Riggs v. Palmer. In the space of about one page, double spaced, answer the following questions (please remember to number your answers 1 and 2). 

  1. What were two main arguments given for the the majority opinion (the “Opinion of the Court” by Earl)? 
  2. What was the main argument given in support of the minority dissent (section entitled, “GRAY, J.  (dissenting)”)? Explain it. (If more than one, pick the one you think is most compelling).

Please remember to use your own words, and to use quotation marks if you find it necessary to quote from the case. 

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