Court observers tell us that the oral arguments fell along ideological lines. Conservative justices suggested they are ready to strike down the pre-clearance requirement and liberals are ready to uphold it. Predictably, they argue it will come down to where the most centrist Justice - Kennedy - will vote.
- National Journal: High Court's Conservatives Cast Doubt on Key Voting Rights Act Provision.
- National Journal: The Supreme Court Seems Ready to Send Voting Rights Issue to Congress.
- The Hill: Supreme Court justices hint at striking Voting Rights Act provision.
- NYT: Voting Rights Law Draws Skepticism From Justices.
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