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The Burger Court Spotlight on Blackmun's Role
Harry Blackmun rising as pivotal ninth vote for the Burger Court shapes the 1970 71 term. He may tilt decisions on death penalty desegregation and other major cases while balancing independence from Chief Justice Burger. Nixon could consider him for future nominations, and observers weigh whether his strategic independence will prevail.
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