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Politics : Liberalism: Do You Agree We've Had Enough of It?
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To: joefromspringfield who wrote (114206)9/29/2011 3:30:09 PM
From: Paul V.  Read Replies (6) of 224749
 
joe, Even if they rule the mandate unconstitutional there is still the severability issue. I think the reason the Obama administration didn't want the entire appeals court to hear the case was the severability question. The three judge panel held it was severable. It is my understanding that most of the law would still be in effect even if the mandate was thrown out. Of course it would result in even bigger deficits. But I doubt that would bother either of you.


Let's look at the issue as a possible organizer may look at the issue. If the Supreme Court declares the Healthcare Bill illegal and strikes it down. Obama could use it as an organizing force for political purposes for those thrown off or out of their healthcare - therefore, creating an issue at the voting booth on election day. It the appeals court would have split the issue the organizing issue would not have been as great.

If the Supreme Court strikes down the whole act the adverse impact on the Commerce Clause and past cases and future cases could be severely hurt in future cases all the way down through other courts (federal, state, county, city, and other area have jurisdiction).

IMO, it will be interesting to see the outcome of the Supreme Courts decision and impact that it will have on future cases and even the powers of the Federal vs State rights.
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