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Deadspin Defamation: Parents of Holden Armenta Move Toward Libel Action Over Blackface Allegation

JonathanTurley

Missouri does not appear to have a formal retraction law, but it is still considered a necessary step. If a full and effective retraction is issued (and published as prominently as the offending statement), it can limit damages or bar punitive damages entirely in some states. It shows an affirmative decision to stand by the story.

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Justices Hear Oral Arguments in Four Cases

Constitutional Law Reporter

Missouri , involves a federal rule requiring all health care workers at facilities that participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are eligible for a medical or religious exemption. The post Justices Hear Oral Arguments in Four Cases appeared first on Constitutional Law Reporter.